Ever since A R Rahman made remarks about perceived communal bias in Bollywood over the past eight years, he has been facing sustained backlash.
Political groups, right-wing supporters, and sections of film audiences have been openly trolling the Oscar-winning composer on social media.
Although Rahman later clarified his statement, the criticism has not subsided.
In recent weeks, netizens have been revisiting old international pop tracks and drawing comparisons with Rahman’s classic compositions, alleging similarities in melodies and arrangements.
Some claim that he adapted older foreign tunes by reworking them with modern synths and production techniques.
There are also renewed allegations suggesting that Rahman reused base compositions associated with Punjabi singer Sukhwinder Singh, reshaping them into fresh film songs.
Widely regarded as one of India’s greatest composers, A R Rahman revolutionised Indian film music and earned global acclaim, including an Academy Award.
However, decades into his illustrious career, he now finds himself facing plagiarism accusations once again, reigniting a long-standing and contentious debate.