Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman has been conferred the Tamil Nadu State Award for Finest Music Director for his work in Mani Ratnam’s historic epic Ponniyin Selvan – I. The popularity provides yet one more milestone to Rahman’s celebrated profession, which spans many years and contains state, nationwide and worldwide honours.Saying the award, Rahman took to X to precise his gratitude to the Tamil Nadu authorities. “Honoured to obtain the Tamil Nadu State Award for Finest Music Director for Ponniyin Selvan – I. My honest because of the Authorities of Tamil Nadu for this recognition. Warmest congratulations to all the opposite awardees,” he wrote.Rahman’s music for Ponniyin Selvan – I used to be extensively praised for seamlessly mixing classical Carnatic influences with a grand cinematic scale, taking part in an important function in shaping the movie’s emotional and narrative depth.
Clarifying his remarks after on-line backlash
The award announcement comes shortly after Rahman discovered himself on the centre of on-line dialogue following remarks he made in a current interview. “People who find themselves not artistic have the ability now to determine issues, and this might need been a communal factor additionally, however not in my face,” he had stated, sparking criticism and debate on social media.Addressing the backlash, Rahman shared a video message on Instagram on Sunday, clarifying his intent and stressing that he by no means meant to harm sentiments. “India is my inspiration, my instructor and my dwelling. I perceive that intentions can generally be misunderstood. However my function has at all times been to uplift, honour and serve via music. I’ve by no means wished to trigger ache, and I hope my sincerity is felt,” he stated. He additional added, “I really feel blessed to be Indian, which allows me to create an area which at all times permits freedom of expression and celebrates multicultural voices.”