Did you know AR Rahman became popular on Doordarshan's 'Wonder Ballon'?

Fondly kwn as ‘ Mozart Of Madras’, AR Rahman has been an inspiration to many aspiring musicians and singers. Throughout his career, he has won a plethora of awards and hours. However, re’s a lot about him that his many fans do t kw and one of se include fact that before stepping into entertainment industry, he was seen in Doordarshan’s Wonder Balloon. Keep reading to kw more details:

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When AR Rahman was part of DD’s Wonder Balloon

After losing his far at a very young of nine years, AR Rahman left studies and started playing keyboard professionally to support his family. In year 1980, when he was just 13 years old, Rahman made his big debut on TV in Doordarshan’s programme named ‘Wonder Balloon’. In show, he was kid who played four keyboards. Since n, his exceptional talent and strong motivation to pursue music despite financial troubles inspired viewers.

AR Rahman’s recent Instagram posts

Besides this, AR Rahman is an active Instagram user and keeps posting updates for his followers and fans. In his recent post, one can see singer posing with ar legendary singer Asha Bhosle. AR Rahman had uploaded this post to celebrate Asha Bhosle’s birthday. caption for post reads as,  ‘Happy birthday to Queen of Indian pop @asha.bhosle #legendarysinger’ (sic). Take a look at his post: 

Meanwhile, in ar post, his followers can see an im of legendary singer John Len with Yoko O. post holds a grey-scale im of two stars. In post, singer also added a caption about art and how it is perceived. sign read ‘Don’t Hate What You Can’t Understand’ (sic). Take a look at  post that AR Rahman uploaded:

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On work front

On work front, AR Rahman recently produced  film Atkan Chatkan.  plot of movie revolved around a group of children who use unconventional musical instruments to create a destiny for mselves. movie was helmed by Shiv Hare with actors like Lydian Nadhaswaram and Amitriyaan in pivotal roles.

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