A storm brews over AR Rahman’s ‘communal’ remark, drawing sharp rebuttals from entertainment heavyweights, politicians, and spiritual leaders alike. The discourse exposes simmering divides in India’s vibrant creative landscape.
Former leading lady Mamta Kulkarini, now a revered Sadhvi, offers a blend of satire and wisdom. ‘Youth lack endurance; music mirrors that frenzy,’ she explained. ‘We once harmonized effortlessly. These days, music directors munch popcorn indifferently. Lucky Rahman—I’m not around to question his gigs or melodies.’
A 90s powerhouse alongside A-listers, her spiritual awakening hit during a Dubai meditation stint. Films were taboo until a Christian acquaintance name-dropped ‘Kaminey.’ ‘Obscene title alone—songs must be worse!’ she laughed. Her life now? Simple, enlightened, sustained by wholesome fare.
On Bollywood’s faith-fueled rifts, her voice cracks with pain. ’90s unity was bliss—Aamir at my doorstep, no religious tags,’ she asserted. ‘Now it’s fractured: Muslim or Hindu labels everywhere. Artists embody universality—banish the bias.’
Shaan reflects on his workless stretches with grace, Shankar Mahadevan and Anup Jalota add their notes. Rahman’s faux pas catalyzes urgent calls for solidarity, reminding the industry of its power to unite beyond creeds.