Archive · 21 Nov 2025
AR Rahman Opens Up About Childhood, Father's Death, and Mother's Influence
Musician AR Rahman shares stories from his childhood, including the loss of his father and grandmother, and how his mother's strength helped him pursue music and support his family.
AR Rahman discusses his childhood and personal life in a podcast
Recalls his father's influence on his musical journey
Shares the impact of losing his father and grandmother at a young age
Praises his mother's strength and support in raising him and his sisters
Talks about leaving school at 15-16 to support his family financially
- Who
- AR Rahman
- What
- Shared personal stories and experiences
- When
- Recently, in a podcast with Nikhil Kamath
- Where
- In a podcast interview
- Why
- To discuss his personal life and influences
Importance of Family Support
Impact of Early Life Trauma
Mother's Influence
Importance of Family Support
Kareema Begum's strength and support helped Rahman pursue music
Impact of Early Life Trauma
Rahman's mother provided a safe and nurturing environment
- Age
- 55
- Father
- RK Shekhar, prominent music composer and conductor
- Mother
- Kareema Begum, single-handedly raised Rahman and his sisters
