AR Rahman… This name is very famous in the Indian music industry. AR Rahman has made a big and special name for himself as a music composer. He has also won people’s hearts with his voice. Along with his work, Rehman has also been in the news for his personal life. He is often discussed because of his religion. Rahman, who belongs to the Muslim religion, was once a Hindu. On the special occasion of his birthday, let us know why he changed his religion.
AR Rahman was born on January 6, 1967 in Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu. Rahman, now 59 years old, was born in a Hindu family. His real name was Dilip Kumar. However, later an incident happened in his life which changed everything for him. After this he took a big decision to change his religion. The reason behind Oscar and Grammy Award winner Rahman’s change of religion is related to his father.
incident that led to change of religion
AR Rahman told in an interview that his father was battling cancer, and in his last days he was treated by a Sufi saint. Years later, when Rahman met the Sufi saint again, he and his family converted to Islam. Dilip Kumar then became Allah Rakha Rahman (AR Rahman). He also told that the name AR Rahman was given to him by a Hindu astrologer.
Rahman did not want to enter the music field
AR Rahman told in an interview that he had no intention of entering the music field. He wanted to become a computer engineer. However, fate had something else in store. This artist started his film career with the songs of veteran filmmaker Mani Ratnam’s film ‘Roja’, released in 1992. The film and its songs were highly appreciated.