Khatija Rahman
Born (1995-12-29) 29 December 1995
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Education
Occupations
  • Singer
  • musician
Years active2010–present
Spouse
Riyasdeen Shaik Mohamed
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(m. 2022)​
Parent
RelativesA. R. Ameen (brother)
Musical career
Genres
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
Labels

Khatija Rahman (born 29 December 1995) is an Indian singer and musician.[1][2][3]

Life

An advocate for women's freedom and peace, she made her playback debut in the acclaimed 2010 sci-fi action film Enthiran, singing the title track in Tamil, Hindi and Telugu alongside musical legends including her father A. R. Rahman and S. P. Balasubrahmanyam.[4][5][6]

Rahman has also collaborated with Irish band U2 on their 2019 single "Ahimsa", which showcased the power of non-violence. She performed this track for U2's 2019 Joshua Tree Tour in Mumbai.[7] Her single "Farishton", released in 2020, was a meditative and mesmerising invocation of solidarity and cultural harmony. Composed and produced by Academy Award-winning musician A. R. Rahman, with lyrics by celebrated songwriter Munna Shaukat Ali, "Farishton" was Rahman's appeal for a healed world.[8][9] The music video for the single was recognised at multiple global film festivals and received an honourable mention at the 2021 Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards. An important voice of her generation, Rahman was also a featured artist on Grammy Award-winning composer and environmentalist Ricky Kej's song "Iltaja", a track that embodied the message and importance of sustainability. Khatija also recently sang on A. R. Rahman's powerful 2022 Tamil anthem "Moopilla Thamizhe Thaaye".[10]

Discography

As Composer

Year Film Director Language Note
TBA Minmini Halitha Shameem Tamil Debut Film As Composer
Lioness [11] Kajri Babbar English Debut International Film

As Playback Singer

Year Song Film Composer Lyricist Co-singer(s) Language Ref.
2010"Puthiya Manidha"EnthiranA. R. Rahman VairamuthuA. R. Rahman, S. P. BalasubrahmanyamTamil [12][13]
"O Maramanishi" Robo (dubbed-language from Enthiran) Suddala Ashok Teja A. R. Rahman, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Srinivas Telugu [14]
"O Naye Insaan" Robot (dubbed-language from Enthiran) Swanand Kirkire A. R. Rahman, Srinivas Hindi [15]
2021 "Rock A Bye Baby" Mimi Amitabh Bhattacharya Julia Gartha Hindi [16]
2022 "Kaayam" Iravin Nizhal R. Parthiban Soundarya Bala Nandakumar, Veena Murali, Deepthi Suresh, Sowmya, Elfe Choir Tamil [17][18]
"Tum Bhi Raahi (Reprise)" Mili Javed Akhtar Solo Hindi
2023 "Chinnanjiru (Marumurai)" Ponniyin Selvan: II Ilango Krishnan A. R. Rahman Tamil also for telugu and hindi dubbed versions
''Pranama Pranama'' Nayakudu (Dubbed Language from Maamannan) Rakendu Mouli Vijay Yesudas Telugu

References

  1. ↑ "Fans are in love with AR Rahman's daughter Khatija Rahman and Arivu's Coke Studio Tamil song Sagavaasi". The Indian Express. New Delhi. 3 February 2023. Retrieved 24 April 2023.
  2. ↑ Chaubey, Pranita (14 June 2022). "More Pics From AR Rahman's Daughter Khatija's Wedding Reception". NDTV. Retrieved 24 April 2023.
  3. ↑ "AR Rahman's daughter Khatija gets married to audio engineer Riyasdeen". The Hindu. 6 May 2022. Archived from the original on 6 May 2022. Retrieved 24 April 2023.
  4. ↑ "Puthiya Manidha (புதிய மனிதா) Song | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Khatija Rahman | Enthiran". Gaana. 31 July 2010. Archived from the original on 11 February 2015. Retrieved 5 May 2023.
  5. ↑ "O Maramanishi from Robo". Raaga.com. Archived from the original on 11 February 2015. Retrieved 5 May 2023.
  6. ↑ "O Naye Insaan - Song Download from Robot @ JioSaavn". JioSaavn. 31 July 2010. Archived from the original on 11 February 2015. Retrieved 5 May 2023.
  7. ↑ "A.R. Rahman and U2 collaborate on new track 'Ahimsa' before band's visit to India". The Hindu. 22 November 2019. Archived from the original on 24 November 2019. Retrieved 24 April 2023.
  8. ↑ P Basheer, Intifada (18 November 2020). "'Farishton Is An Attempt To Show The Beauty Of Diversity', AR Rahman's Daughter Khatija". Outlook. Retrieved 24 April 2023. Khatija Rahman says the character of the song's protagonist Amal is based on herself, and the song, partly inspired by Rumi's teachings, traces Amal's longing to explore the unknown.
  9. ↑ Singh, Anvita (28 October 2020). "Khatija Rahman's Farishton is a beautiful composition". The Indian Express. New Delhi. Retrieved 24 April 2023.
  10. ↑ "Moopilla Thamizhe Thaaye: AR Rahman's uplifting, melodious ode to Tamil". Cinema Express. 26 March 2022. Retrieved 24 April 2023. The song has vocals by Saindhavi Prakash, Khatija Rahman, AR Ameen, Amina Rafiq, Gabriella Sellus and Poovaiyar
  11. ↑ Ramachandran, Naman (22 November 2023). "Khatija Rahman Makes International Composing Debut with 'Lioness': 'She's a Rebel,' Says Father A.R. Rahman (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 29 November 2023.
  12. ↑ "Puthiya Manidha by S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, A.R. Rahman & Khatija Rahman". Apple Music. Retrieved 25 April 2023.
  13. ↑ Kumar, Divya (2 August 2010). "Music to the ears". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 11 February 2021. Retrieved 25 April 2023.
  14. ↑ "O Maramanishi by S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, Srinivas D. & Khatija Rahman". Apple Music. Retrieved 25 April 2023.
  15. ↑ "O Naye Insaan by Srinivas D. & Khatija Rahman". Apple Music. Retrieved 25 April 2023.
  16. ↑ "Mimi (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)". Spotify. 16 July 2021. Retrieved 25 April 2023.
  17. ↑ "Kaayem by A.R. Rahman". Apple Music. Retrieved 1 May 2023.
  18. ↑ "Kaayem by A.R. Rahman". Spotify. Retrieved 1 May 2023.
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