In a surprising and delightful career move, the legendary composer and Academy Award winner, AR Rahman, is officially stepping in front of the camera for his first full-fledged acting role. The maestro, known for his iconic musical scores, will be seen in the upcoming comedy film titled 'Moonwalk', which stars the prolific dancer-actor-director Prabhudeva.
From Composer to Character: Rahman Embarks on a New Journey
While Rahman has made brief cameo appearances in the past, 'Moonwalk' marks his official foray into acting with a defined character. The intriguing part? He will be portraying a film director named AR Rahman. The film's director, Manoj Nirmala Sreedharan, revealed the exciting details of how this unique casting came to be.
"When I pitched the idea to him, AR sir was game for the new experience," Manoj shared. He explained that he assured Rahman the movie would be a fun project, to which the composer simply replied, "Let's do it." Despite an incredibly busy schedule packed with global projects, Rahman carved out time specifically for this film, demonstrating his commitment to this novel venture.
A Reunion Sparked by Excitement
An added layer of excitement for this project is the reunion it represents. Manoj Nirmala Sreedharan highlighted that Prabhudeva and AR Rahman are collaborating after many years. This long-awaited reunion generated immense positive energy on set. The director noted, "It was that excitement that Rahman sir liked more than anything else." The joy of working together again after a significant gap became a key driving force behind the project.
Natural Performer Delights Co-Star and Crew
The experience of having the musical genius act on set was reportedly a joyous one for everyone involved. Director Manoj provided a glimpse into the filming atmosphere, stating that Prabhudeva, himself an accomplished director, was thoroughly amused watching Rahman perform.
"Prabhudeva sir was laughing watching Rahman sir perform. He enjoyed how natural Rahman sir's acting was," Manoj recounted. This sentiment was echoed by the entire crew. "Actually, the entire set was happy to see him act. We could see he was having fun, and I also think that has translated on screen," he added. This suggests that Rahman's comfort and enjoyment in the role will be visibly evident in the final cut of the film.
With 'Moonwalk', audiences can expect to see a different side of the revered composer. The film promises not just comedy from Prabhudeva but also the charming and natural screen presence of AR Rahman in a role that seems tailor-made for him. This project stands as a testament to trying new creative avenues, no matter how established one's legacy might be.
