Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman’s daughter Khatija Rahman is set to make her debut as a music composer for upcoming Tamil film ‘Minmini.’ Director Halitha Shameem took to Twitter to share the news and also share a picture from a composing session. She called her an exceptional talent.
Sharing the news about roping in Khatija, she wrote, “So happy to be working with this exceptional talent, Khatija Rahman for Minmini. The euphonious singer is a brilliant music composer too. Some great music underway.” Several people expressed their excitement over Khatija’s new avatar. One Twitter user wrote, “How exciting!!! I love Khatjia’s singing and now we get to hear her composing new music too!! Fantastic! All the best Khatija and team!! Also waiting for her independent tribute project “Kuhu Kuhu.”
In a recent interview, Khatija had revealed that she wasn’t sure about turning composer till last year. She had said, “Last year, I was figuring out what I wanted to do. Also, I was singing and doing so many things at that point. I felt there was too much on my plate. But later, there was another project - also by a female director — that came to me. So, I called Halitha ma’am and told her things had changed, and asked if she still wanted me. I played her my independent track. After hearing that, she said, ‘This is exactly my vibe. I like your voice. I like your thinking. So, I want to work with you. I feel you can add value to the film.’ We decided to give it a try and take it forward.”
Gearing up for release later this year, ‘Minmini’ stars Esther Anil, Gaurav Kalai and Pravin Kishore as lead actors.