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Imtiaz hails A R Rahman’s dedication

01-06-2026 12:00:00 AM

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali reveals A. R. Rahman worked till 4:30 AM, highlighting the music maestro’s unmatched dedication and passion

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali opened up about his deep admiration for music maestro A. R. Rahman during a heartfelt conversation on a music reality show.

The filmmaker highlighted Rahman’s unwavering commitment to music, revealing that the composer often works into the early hours of the morning purely out of love for his craft.

Recalling a recent late-night session at Rahman’s studio, Imtiaz said, “I think last night we were working together. Yesterday, I was at your studio, sir, till 4:30 in the morning.”

Sharing how deeply dedicated Rahman is to his work, Imtiaz noted that despite feeling tired, the Oscar-winning composer would continue creating music.

Adding a light-hearted touch to the conversation, Rahman joked, “For the first time, I felt sleepy.”

The exchange offered fans a glimpse into the legendary composer’s tireless work ethic and enduring passion for music.