A.R. Rahman Undergoes Angioplasty at Apollo Hospital, Chennai; Stable and Recovering
Chennai: Academy Award-winning music composer A.R. Rahman was admitted to Apollo Hospital in Chennai early Sunday morning after experiencing chest discomfort. The 58-year-old music legend reportedly complained of chest and neck pain, prompting his family to seek immediate medical attention.
Emergency Admission and Medical Procedure
Rahman arrived at Apollo Hospital around 7:30 a.m., where a team of doctors conducted a series of tests, including an electrocardiogram (ECG) and an echocardiogram to assess his heart condition. After evaluating the test results, doctors decided to perform an angioplasty, a procedure used to clear blocked or narrowed arteries and improve blood flow to the heart.
Sources from the hospital confirmed that the procedure was successful and that Rahman is currently under observation in the intensive care unit (ICU). He is being closely monitored by a team of cardiologists and is responding well to treatment.
Chief Minister Stalin’s Update
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin shared an update on Rahman’s health, reassuring fans that the music composer is stable and is expected to be discharged soon. “I have been informed by the doctors that A.R. Rahman is doing well and will return home soon. I wish him a speedy recovery,” Stalin said in a statement.
Industry and Fans Express Concern
As news of Rahman’s hospitalization spread, an outpouring of concern and well-wishes flooded social media. Celebrities from the Tamil film industry, Bollywood, and international music circles expressed their support for the celebrated composer.
Filmmaker Mani Ratnam, actor Kamal Haasan, and music directors Ilaiyaraaja, Shankar Mahadevan, and Anirudh Ravichander were among those who extended their prayers and best wishes for Rahman’s recovery. Bollywood stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Priyanka Chopra, also shared messages of concern and support.
Fans from around the world took to Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to send their wishes, with hashtags like #GetWellSoonARRahman and #StayStrongARR trending on social media.
A Living Musical Legend
A.R. Rahman, known for revolutionizing Indian music with his unique blend of classical, electronic, and world sounds, has remained one of the most influential composers in the global music industry. Over a career spanning more than three decades, Rahman has won numerous prestigious awards, including two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, a BAFTA, a Golden Globe, and multiple National Film Awards.
His compositions for films like “Roja,” “Bombay,” “Dil Se,” “Lagaan,” “Slumdog Millionaire,” and “Rockstar” have left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Apart from film music, Rahman has also composed symphonies, Broadway musicals, and devotional songs, further expanding his artistic footprint.
Health Concerns and Future Outlook
Though Rahman’s hospitalization has raised concerns among his fans, medical experts assure that angioplasty is a common procedure, and with proper rest and care, he is expected to make a full recovery. Sources close to the family have indicated that Rahman will take a short break from work to focus on his health before resuming his musical commitments.
What’s Next for Rahman?
Before his hospitalization, Rahman had been working on multiple film projects, including Tamil and Hindi film soundtracks, an international collaboration, and live concerts scheduled in India and abroad. It remains to be seen whether his upcoming commitments will be postponed.
While fans eagerly await updates on his health, the entire music fraternity and film industry continue to stand by Rahman, wishing him a speedy recovery and a return to the stage and studio soon.
