Wednesday, April 1, 2026
ADVT 
Hollywood

Documentary On A.R. Rahman Screened At White House

Darpan News Desk IANS, 31 May, 2015 01:14 PM
  • Documentary On A.R. Rahman Screened At White House
 A detailed account on musical influences of double Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman found its way inside the White House in Washington through a special screening of "Jai Ho", a documentary on his work.
 
The 60-minute documentary was screened on Friday. 
 
The "Mozart of Madras", who has hit the right notes with each of his compositions with examples like “O rey chhori” and “Tum tak”, became a part of the special moment. 
 
“On the way to the White House for a screening of 'Jai Ho',” Rahman tweeted on Friday night as per Indian Standard Time.
 
Directed by Umesh Aggarwal, the film celebrates Rahman's achievements through his career, which spans two decades.
 
Considered one of the world's most influential people by Time magazine, the music maestro's work includes over 120 film scores worldwide.
 
Rahman is a name to reckon in the international circuit and has also done India proud by getting two Oscars for his music in "Slumdog Millionaire" in 2009 -- Best Original Music Score and Best Original Song, which he shares with lyricist Gulzar.
 
The documentary explores the evolution of his style of music -- a fusion of eastern sensibilities and western technology.

MORE Hollywood ARTICLES

Sofia Vergara Wants 'Big' Wedding

The "Modern Family" actress initially asked the "Magic Mike XXL" actor to tie the knot with her at a "small" ceremony in Las Vegas but then she changed her mind because he's never been married before

Sofia Vergara Wants 'Big' Wedding

Naomi Campbell Doesn't Like Being Labeled A Cougar

Supermodel Naomi Campbell Naomi Campbell says she doesn't like being labeled a cougar, despite playing on in American television series “Empire”.

Naomi Campbell Doesn't Like Being Labeled A Cougar

Chris Hemsworth's Like A Brother: Chris Evans

Chris Hemsworth's Like A Brother: Chris Evans
The 33-year-old actor, who stars as Captain America in "The Avengers: Age of Ultron", has revealed that he and his Australian co-star, who plays Thor, have developed a strong bond over the years

Chris Hemsworth's Like A Brother: Chris Evans

Al Pacino Wrote Fan Letter To Christopher Plummer

Veteran Hollywood actor Al Pacino, who is all set for his film "Danny Collins", says he once wrote a fan letter for his co-star Christopher Plummer when he saw him on stage.

Al Pacino Wrote Fan Letter To Christopher Plummer

Victoria's Secret Announces 10 New Angels

Victoria's Secret Announces 10 New Angels
The largest American retailer of lingerie Victoria's Secret has promoted 10 of its existing models to Angel status. The names include models Elsa Hosk, Sara Sampaio and Lais Ribeiro.

Victoria's Secret Announces 10 New Angels

Hollywood Is Disgustingly Sexist: Kristen Stewart

"Women inevitably have to work a little bit harder to be heard. Hollywood is disgustingly sexist. It's crazy. It's so offensive, it's crazy,"

Hollywood Is Disgustingly Sexist: Kristen Stewart