Archive · 22 Jan 2026
Jaaved Jaaferi Discusses Industry Changes Amid AR Rahman Row
Jaaved Jaaferi, a famous actor with over 40 years of experience, talked about how the film industry has changed during an interview.
He mentioned that everything, including fashion, food, and values, is changing rapidly.
He also discussed the short attention spans of younger generations.
Meanwhile, AR Rahman, a well-known music composer, made some comments about feeling limited in Bollywood due to religious and regional factors.
His remarks caused a big controversy, leading him to clarify that he didn't mean to imply discrimination and that his music is about unity and cultural celebration.
Jaaved Jaaferi discussed the changes in the film industry during an interview with IANS while promoting his film 'Mayasabha'.
He highlighted rapid changes in the industry, including digital advancements, AI, and shorter attention spans among younger generations.
AR Rahman sparked controversy by suggesting that religious and regional factors may have influenced his limited work opportunities in Bollywood.
Rahman clarified his remarks, stating he never intended to imply discrimination and reaffirmed his commitment to unity and cultural celebration.
Jaaved subtly shifted the conversation towards broader industry practices when asked about Rahman's claims.
- Who
- Jaaved Jaaferi and AR Rahman
- What
- Discussion on industry changes and controversy over Rahman's remarks
- When
- During the promotions of Jaaved's film 'Mayasabha' and Rahman's interview with BBC Asian Network
- Where
- Interview with IANS and BBC Asian Network
- Why
- To share insights on industry evolution and clarify misunderstandings
- Actor
- Jaaved Jaaferi
- Film
- Mayasabha
- Career Span
- Over 4 decades
- Topic
- Industry changes and AR Rahman's remarks
- Source
- IANS
- Controversy
- AR Rahman's comments on religious bias in Bollywood
- Rahman's Clarification
- Denied implying discrimination, emphasized unity
