The Mozart of Madras AR Rahman is celebrating his 48th birthday today. Rahman who is one of the all –time best – selling recording artists has composed some of the best compositions for the regional, national and international market too.

 

The Oscar award winner started his musical journey with Mani Ratnam’s Roja. He won the National Film Award for Best Music direction for it also. From there on Rahman gave consecutive hits like Premikudu, Bombay, Gentleman, Donga Donga, Jeans and many more… His contribution to India’s film industries is enormous. Rahman has made a place for himself in the International music field too.

 

Rahman is the proud winner of two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, four National Film Awards, fifteen Filmfare Awards and thirteen Filmfare Awards South .

 

"Something good is happening and I am really happy about it," was Rahman's reaction on winning the Golden Globe award.

 

Galatta.com wishes this talented and humble star a very happy birthday.