Rahman wins Entertainer of the Year award
Oscar winning music maestro A.R. Rahman has won the CNN-IBN "Indian of the Year award 2009" in the entertainment category. The Madras maestro has won the award for redefining contemporary Indian music.
“He is the pride of the entire nation. He is also an idol to millions for making a mark on the global music arena,” said Rajdeep Sardesai, editor-in-chief, IBN Network 18.
The other nominees in the category included Amitabh Bachchan, Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor, Prince Group of Orissa and Colors Entertainment Channel.
Rahman will be given the award on Dec 21 in the presence of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
