But after 15 years of silence, AR Rahman and Hans Zimmer finally share the soundtrack room, a reunion that feels like a long‑awaited sequel.
In an unguarded chat with the Hindustan Times, Rahman laughed, "He had actually invited me to work together 14–15 years ago, right after the Oscar (he won for Slumdog), but back then I was in chill‑out mode." The timing was off, and the legendary Indian composer was still basking in post‑Slumdog glory, refusing to mix tapes with a Western maestro.
Rahman’s solo streak isn’t a snub; it’s a rule. "I usually prefer to work alone because I don’t want to interfere too much when working with others," he said, hinting that his partnership with Zimmer feels like opening a new chapter rather than a forced duet.
Zimmer’s name alone can pull in audiences from New Zealand to Europe, turning Ramayana into a global event. Fans outside India, who might otherwise skip a mythic epic, are now curious because the soundtrack carries a familiar, cinematic weight.
The film, led by Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana, is out on November 5. Already, 11.81 crore rupees have flown in through advance bookings across 4658 shows in 157 cities, with 2.15 lakh tickets snapped up. The Hindi version tops the sales charts, while Kannada and Telugu releases are picking up steam.
So mark your calendars: the next time you’re scrolling past a blockbuster, pause for Ramayana’s musical feast. With Rahman’s rich sonic palette teaming up with Zimmer’s epic score, this isn’t just another myth‑based film—it’s a cross‑continental listening experience waiting to hit the big screen.