Rahman bags two Grammys
“This is insane, God is great again… Jai Ho India!” he says
PEAK OF GLORY: American actor and singer Tia Carrere presents A.R. Rahman with the Best Song Written For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media Award for ‘Jai Ho’ from the movie Slumdog Millionaire, at the 52nd Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday.
Los Angeles: Oscar-winner A.R. Rahman continued his winning streak, bagging two Grammy awards for his foot-tapping number ‘Jai Ho’ and outstanding soundtrack for the film Slumdog Millionaire.
“This is insane, God is great again,” an elated Rahman said while accepting the golden gramophones at the Staples Center here, his first Grammy win.
The composer shared the award for ‘Jai Ho’ with lyricist Gulzar and Tanvi Shah, who penned the Spanish words of the international hit.
“I never dreamt about winning all these awards,” the 44-year-old said, adding, “All my well wishers from the world who keep me going ...Jai Ho India ...!”
Rahman won in the category of Best Compilation Soundtrack Album For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media for Slumdog Millionaire and Best Song Written For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media for ‘Jai Ho.’
