Archive · 2 Feb 2026
AR Rahman Addresses Controversy on Kapil Sharma Show
AR Rahman, a famous music composer, appeared on Kapil Sharma's Netflix show.
Some people, like Nitesh Rane from the BJP, were upset because Rahman had earlier talked about how messages can change and get misunderstood, which they thought was about communal bias in the Hindi film industry.
They said his appearance on the show was not a good idea.
Rahman later said he didn't mean to hurt anyone's feelings and that he loves India.
He was there to promote his new movie, Gandhi Talks, which also stars Vijay Sethupathi, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Siddarth Jadhav.
During the show, Rahman talked about how information can get distorted and misunderstood.
AR Rahman appeared on Kapil Sharma's Netflix show, The Great Indian Kapil Show, to promote his upcoming film, Gandhi Talks.
Rahman discussed how messages can get distorted and misunderstood, referencing a whisper game segment on the show.
Controversy arose from Rahman's previous remarks about communal bias in the Hindi film industry during a BBC interview.
BJP's Nitesh Rane criticized Rahman's appearance, stating that his remarks hurt the sentiments of the Hindu community.
Rahman clarified his statements on social media, reaffirming his respect for India and stating his intention was never to hurt sentiments.
- Who
- AR Rahman, Nitesh Rane, Kapil Sharma
- What
- Controversy over AR Rahman's appearance on Kapil Sharma's show and his remarks on communal bias
- When
- February 1, 2026
- Where
- India
- Why
- Rahman's remarks allegedly hurt sentiments of the Hindu community, leading to criticism from BJP's Nitesh Rane
Critics
AR Rahman
Communal Bias Remarks
Critics
Critics, including BJP's Nitesh Rane, believe Rahman's remarks about communal bias in the Hindi film industry hurt Hindu sentiments.
AR Rahman
Rahman clarified that his intention was never to hurt anyone's feelings and that his remarks were misunderstood.
- AR Rahman
- Oscar-winning music composer
- Kapil Sharma
- Host of The Great Indian Kapil Show
- Nitesh Rane
- Maharashtra Cabinet Minister and BJP MLA
- The Great Indian Kapil Show
- Netflix show hosted by Kapil Sharma
- Gandhi Talks
- Upcoming silent film directed by Kishor Pandurang Belekar
- Controversial Statement
- Rahman's remarks on communal bias in the Hindi film industry
- Clarification
- Rahman's social media message reaffirming respect for India
- Film Cast
- Vijay Sethupathi, Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddarth Jadhav
Sources
'His Statements Hurt Sentiments Of Hindus': BJP's Nitesh Rane Criticises AR Rahman's Appearance On Kapil Sharma's Show Amid 'Communal Bias' Row
AR Rahman talks about 'problem with the world' on Kapil Sharma's show in first appearance after ‘communal’ remark row
A.R Rahman makes first appearance on Kapil Sharma Show post communal remarks, says 'Informations gets misunderstood...'
