AR Rahman hospitalised in Chennai after chest pain: Reports

Renowned music composer and Oscar-winning artist AR Rahman, who was admitted to a private hospital in Chennai on Sunday morning, was discharged after brief hospitalisation.

A medical bulletin by Dr R.K. Venkatasalam, Director Medical Services, said, "A R Rahman, visited Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road this morning with dehydration symptoms and got discharged after routine check-up."

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin had earlier said that A.R. Rahman was keeping well and would be discharged from the hospital soon.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin took to his Twitter handle to share the present health condition of music composer Rahman. He stated that the music maestro is fine and will be back home soon.

He wrote, "As soon as I heard the news that Isaipuyal @arrahman had been admitted to the hospital due to ill health, I contacted the doctors and inquired about his health! They said he is fine and will be back home soon! Happy!"

As per AR Rahman's team, the music composer has been discharged from the hospital. He had some medical complications relating to dehydration and neck pain due to recent traveling," they said.

The 58 year-old Rahman was hospitalised in Chennai after he went for a check up last night after feeling uneasy.

The musician's team said, " All tests taken by doctors showed Rehman, 58, to be normal, and he is likely to be discharged today itself.

Earlier, AR Rahman's sister, Fathima Shekar, said, "He was exhausted after back-to-back travel and suffered a mild discomfort and dehydration. He has currently been given an IV and will be sent back home today."

The renowned music composer's son, A.R. Ameen, also took to Instagram to assure fans that his father was doing well and expressed gratitude for their love, prayers, and support.

He wrote, "To all our dear fans, family, and well-wishers, I sincerely thank you for your love, prayers, and support. My father felt a bit weak due to dehydration hence we went ahead and did some routine tests, but I'm happy to share that he is doing well now. Your kind words and blessings mean a lot to us. We truly appreciate your concern and continued support. Much love and gratitude to you all."

The composer had recently returned to Chennai after a performance in the United Kingdom. Last month, Rahman shared the stage with international pop star Ed Sheeran at his concert in Chennai and later attended the music launch of the film 'Chaava'.

The news of his hospitalization has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with fans and colleagues wishing him a speedy recovery. Rahman, 57, remains one of the most influential musicians in Indian cinema, with a career spanning over three decades.

Rahman has been in the spotlight recently not just for his musical contributions but also for personal reasons. In November 2024, he and his ex-wife Saira Banu announced their separation after 29 years of marriage. The couple has three children – Raheema, Khatija, and Ameen.

On the work front, Rahman has had a busy year, with multiple projects across various languages. He composed music for “Kadhalikka Neramillai” and the upcoming “Chhaava”. He is also involved in Mani Ratnam’s "Thug Life", starring Kamal Haasan, slated for release on June 10. Other projects in the pipeline include “Lahore 1947,” “Tere Ishq Mein,” “Ramayana,” and “RC 16”.