AR Rahman's mother laid to rest in Chennai

AR Rahman’s mother laid to rest in Chennai

The Oscar winner music composer, AR Rahman’s mother passed away on Monday in Chennai. He posted a beautiful picture of her mother with no caption on his social media to confirm the news.

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AR Rahman’s famous composition ‘ Maa Tujhe Salam‘ was actually dedicated to his own mother. Kareena Begum, Rahman’s mother was a single parent as his father RO Sekhar died when he was only 9 years old. He has many times revealed that it was his mother who primarily recognized his singing talent.

Many of Rahman’s music fraternity friends tweeted their condolences during this tough time.

Deeply saddened by this news Rahman sir. She was one of the most gentle affectionate person I have met. Praying for her departed soul 🙏🏻
— Shreya Ghoshal (@shreyaghoshal) December 28, 2020

My condolences on the passing of my beloved friend @arrahman’s mother. You’re a great role model in showing what is means to honour a parent — and all this came from her grace and wisdom. You are in our thoughts & prayers. Inna lillahi wa Inna ilayi raji’un 💛🤲 SY#KareemaBegum
— Sami Yusuf (@SamiYusuf) December 28, 2020

Inna Lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un 🙏

Very sorry for your loss AR. We pray that Amma gets Jannat-Ul-firdaus 🙏
— salim merchant (@salim_merchant) December 28, 2020

Dear Sir.. deeply saddened by your loss.. may god give you strength.
Remembering Amma’s wonderful and gentle soul. She will forever remain in our hearts 🙏🏼
— Harshdeep Kaur (@HarshdeepKaur) December 28, 2020

Your heart is broken, I know. But your mother left you with an inner strength , an inner resilience and belief .. that I have seen and admired for long. Stay strong, my friend ..
— Shekhar Kapur (@shekharkapur) December 28, 2020