A. R. Rahman

"Now the "Mozart of Madras" has the world's foot tapping along with him."

"Rahman, the world's most prolific and popular composer, lent his irrepressible melodic gift to Danny Boyle's Slumdog Millionaire, set in Rahman's native land, and nearly tops himself here with music t…"

"Jazz was my passion for a little while. I felt that all other kinds of music were stupid when I was into jazz. But I got over the addiction very soon"

"The way I work takes more time for me to get satisfaction. So it's better to take lesser load and do better work. Money can be earned anytime."

"What one thinks is possible might not always be so. I try to do my best but, finally, everything lies in God's hands. I consider my skills as a musician to be a blessing from God. Even today, before I…"

"It's an approximate count. If you have a hit film, you'll sell 5 million or 6 million CDs. Of my movies, at least 20 or 25 were really big hits. , in India, we don't get royalties. Otherwise I'd be a …"

"The reason I love 'Slumdog' is because the music is all world cultures, all celebrating. In India, I know people feel other film scores are closer to their hearts. But when you are doing a film, it's …"

"The Oscar is definitely the biggest moment in my life. I know he has won so many awards. But this one is special because he is representing India."