Archive · 21 Nov 2025
AR Rahman: Fame's Toll on Family Life, Fan Interactions
Famous musician AR Rahman talks about how his fame affects his family life and interactions with fans.
He finds it hard to eat in peace due to fans asking for photos, even at weddings.
He compares fan behavior in India and Hollywood, and shares that he considers film directors his friends.
AR Rahman finds fame intrusive on family life
He struggles with fans asking for selfies while eating
Rahman finds Hollywood celebrities more assertive with fans
He considers film directors his friends, not just colleagues
- Who
- AR Rahman
- What
- Discussed the impact of fame on his life
- When
- In a recent chat with Nikhil Kamath
- Where
- Chennai, where he lives mostly
- Why
- To share his experiences with fame and fans
Fans' Perspective
AR Rahman's Perspective
Fan Interactions
Fans' Perspective
Fans are excited to meet and take photos with celebrities
AR Rahman's Perspective
Rahman finds it intrusive when fans ask for photos while he's eating or at personal events
- Age
- 56
- Marital Status
- Divorced (2024)
- Children
- Three