A.R. Rahman unveils the first track from My Melbourne, sung by Afghani singer Aryana Sayeed

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A.R. Rahman has introduced the first track from the anthology, My Melbourne. The song titled Rukna nahin, is a celebration of empowerment and unity through music. The vocals have been given by Aryana Sayeed, an Afghani musician who is making her Hindi debut with the song.

Known for her extensive work in activism for women’s rights in Afghanistan, Aryana is currently settled in London. Hailing from Kabul, the singer has been an icon in the culture and music space of Afghanistan early on. The song’s lyrics and music have been done by Anurag Sharma.

My Melbourne, an anthology featuring four compelling stories directed by Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Onir and Rima Das, explores human connection, resilience and identity against the vibrant, multicultural backdrop of Melbourne. Inspired by true events, the film sheds light on themes of race, gender, sexuality and disability, offering an authentic lens into the city’s diverse communities.

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Set for an India release on March 14, My Melbourne brings together the creative vision of four celebrated Indian filmmakers, each contributing a unique story that showcases the power of inclusivity and cultural identity.

With A.R. Rahman’s blessings and Aryana’s soul-stirring voice, the song sets the tone for an anthology that promises to be a cinematic and musical celebration of cultural harmony.

Aryana, incidentally, has the perfect diction that several Indian singers lack nowadays! This may be explained by a significant part of her early life being spent in Peshawar in Pakistan.

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