Overview
- The composer marked his 59th birthday on January 6, 2026, prompting tributes and career roundups across Indian media.
- His breakthrough with Mani Ratnam’s Roja in 1992 reshaped film scoring through a fusion of Indian classical roots with electronic and world textures.
- International recognition peaked with Slumdog Millionaire, earning Oscars for original score and song, plus two Grammys and a Golden Globe.
- Recent output includes projects like the Hindi Marvel Anthem and the promo track Rihaayi De, with the Telugu chartbuster Chikiri Chikiri for Peddi drawing fresh acclaim.
- Public wishes from Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, Madhuri Dixit, Jackie Shroff, K.S. Chithra, S. Thaman and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin praised his influence on generations.