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AR Rahman, Madras Talkies face music in copyright dispute over PS2 song • Apr. 26, 2025, 3:48 AM ET (The Indian Express)
AR Rahman hit with court order over ‘Veera Raja Veera’ song in copyright row with classical singer • Apr. 25, 2025, 2:28 AM ET (The Hindu)

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Also Known As Allah Rakha Rahman • A. S. Dileep Kumar
Born January 6, 1966 (age 59) • Chennai • India
Awards And Honors Grammy Award (2010) • Academy Award (2009) • BAFTA (2009)
Notable Works “Bombay Dreams” • “Jai Ho” • “The Lord of the Rings”

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