AR Rahman: 'Lost Work in Bollywood' Due to Power Shifts, Not Seeking Projects

• Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman reveals he has lost work in the Hindi film industry over the last eight years, attributing it to a 'power shift' where non-creative individuals now hold influence.
• Rahman stated he doesn't actively seek work, preferring his sincerity to attract projects, and uses the extra time to be with family.
• He reflected on feeling like an 'outsider' in Bollywood initially, despite early successes like Roja and Dil Se.., finding true acceptance after the 1999 film Taal.
• To overcome language barriers and integrate, Rahman learned Hindi, Urdu (calling it the 'mother of Hindi music'), and Punjabi.
• Rahman clarified he didn't feel direct discrimination but noted a change in the industry ecosystem where 'people who are not creative have the power now'.

Why It Matters: AR Rahman attributes his reduced Bollywood work to industry power shifts, emphasizing his focus on artistic integrity.