A.R. Rahman hits back at critics over Ramayan film's Mangal Rang song

Music composer A.R. Rahman broke his silence on Monday regarding widespread online trolling over his composition for 'Mangal Rang,' a devotional song featured in the Ramayan film project.

The song drew criticism from social media users and commentators who argued that Rahman had composed the track in the style of a qawwali—a form of Sufi devotional music—rather than adhering to the bhajan format typically associated with Hindu religious compositions. The criticism prompted considerable trolling directed at the acclaimed composer.

Rahman addressed the controversy by responding to his critics, defending his artistic choices for the composition. While exact details of his statement remain limited, the composer's decision to publicly respond marks a departure from his usual approach of remaining silent on such matters.

The Ramayan film project has been a subject of significant public interest in India, with various aspects of its production and creative decisions drawing widespread attention and debate among audiences and cultural commentators.