AR Rahman Discusses Composing Music for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana Film

Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman is collaborating with Hans Zimmer on Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming two-part film Ramayana, set for release during Diwali 2026 and 2027. Rahman, a Muslim who studied in a Brahmin school, emphasized that the epic's values transcend religious boundaries, highlighting its moral lessons on virtue and higher ideals. He expressed pride in the project representing India globally and called for rising above narrow-mindedness, noting the diverse backgrounds involved in the film's creation.