Composer A R Rahman addresses mixed public reactions to the music from Nitesh Tiwari’s “Ramayana,” including the song “Mangal Rang.” Across reports, he frames the feedback as part of the creative process rather than something he feels compelled to rebut in detail. Several outlets describe his remarks as reflecting how art is assessed over time and how creators deal with differing audience expectations.
Times of India and NDTV both focus on Rahman’s perspective on criticism, but they emphasize different parts of his message. Times of India highlights his broader view that creative work should face criticism and includes analogies about music improving with age, alongside references to trusting one’s artistic choices. NDTV, in multiple instances, foregrounds that he does not feel the need to respond to every opinion, while also adding context about his collaboration—described as working with Hans Zimmer on the film’s music—and his process, including nerves before live performances.
While the tone of the headlines differs, the common through-line is Rahman’s willingness to discuss how he processes feedback and why he treats mixed reactions as normal for creative work.
