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AR Rahman Responds to Criticism of Ramayana Music and Explains Creative Process

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AR Rahman Responds to Criticism of Ramayana Music and Explains Creative Process

Analysed 2 Nov 2026·7 sources analysed·Mumbai, India·Entertainment
AR Rahman Responds to Criticism of Ramayana Music and Explains Creative ProcessPreviousNext

AR Rahman, composer for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Rise of a Legend alongside Hans Zimmer, addressed mixed reactions to the film's music, especially the song Mangal Rang. He described himself as his own harshest critic and explained that musical decisions often take months to finalize. Rahman emphasized that creative work should be open to review and criticism, urging patience as some compositions may be better appreciated over time. Quoting Steve Jobs, he noted that satisfying everyone is impossible and highlighted the thoughtful process behind the soundtrack.

Sentiment
58%
TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 5 sources

We measured how 5 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (58/100). Lens Score 31/100.

Outlets measured: timesnow, news18, ndtv, indianexpress, httpswwwoutlookindiacom. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.

AI analysis of 5 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 2 Nov 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Sentiment — Neutral (58/100)

Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.

Coverage timeline

httpswwwoutlookindiacom broke this story on 31 Oct, 04:33 am. Other outlets followed.

31 Oct, 04:33 am5 sources · 40 h1 Nov, 08:17 pm
AI analysis by the TBN Bias Engine · beat methodology byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· editorial standards byOjas Kale
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  1. 1
    httpswwwoutlookindiacom31 Oct, 04:33 am
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    indianexpress1 Nov, 01:31 am
    AR Rahman on composing for Ramayana, working with Hans Zimmer and why he is a nervous performer
  3. 3
    ndtv1 Nov, 08:30 am
    AR Rahman Says He Is His Own Biggest Critic, Opens Up About i Ramayana i Music Criticism
  4. 4
    news181 Nov, 11:40 am
    Ramayana: AR Rahman Breaks Silence On Mangal Rang Criticism, Says 'You Can't Satisfy Everyone'
  5. 5
    timesnow1 Nov, 08:17 pm
    AR Rahman Says 'Work Should Be Reviewed, Criticised' Amid Mixed Response To Ramayana Songs

Story context

Category
Entertainment
Location
Mumbai, India
Sources analysed
7
Last analysed
2 Nov 2026
Key entities
A. R. RahmanRamayanaComposerRavanaNitesh TiwariIndiaHans ZimmerEpic filmCinema of the United StatesSai PallaviYash (actor)Bhajan