Mani Ratnam to launch A R Rahmans biography April !!!!

Mani Ratnam to launch Rahman's biography April 6

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) A R Rahman's fans will soon be able to get an insight into the music maestro's life through his biography "A R Rahman: The Spirit of Music" penned by renowned writer Nasreen Munni Kabir.

The book, which provides a fascinating window into the world of the Mozart of Madras, will be launched by filmmaker Mani Ratnam April 6.

"It is indeed a rare honour to publish this book. A R Rahman's journey, like that of most great artists, is one that moves and inspires. Nasreen Munni Kabir has recorded this journey, over the last three years. This book also has a CD with A R Rahman's compositions for free distribution with the first edition, " Ajay Mago, publisher, Om Books International said in a statement. 

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REHMAN LOSES OSCAR!!!

‘Mozart of Madras’ AR Rahman failed to recreate his ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ Oscar magic this year, losing out in the Best Original Score and Best Song categories at the 83rd Academy Awards here on Monday.

The golden statuette for the Best Original Score went to composer duo Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross who won for their soundtrack in ‘The Social Network’.

Adding insult to injury, some British newspapers slammed the live performance of Rahman on Oscar stage quoting it lacks soul.

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