'Lagaan' music team reunites to discuss the film
Jun 13, 2026
12:18 pm
What's the storyLagaan, released 25 years ago, is a landmark film in Indian cinema.
The film's core creative team recently reunited to discuss the making of its music.
'Lagaan': How AR Rahman created timeless melody 'Ghanan Ghanan'
Lagaan, a cinematic masterpiece released 25 years ago, boasts a legendary soundtrack by AR Rahman, including the iconic Ghanan Ghanan, inspired by his creative spark at 4 am.
TL;DRAI
Rahman composed 'Ghanan Ghanan' while managing 12 films, building it iteratively with a unifying vocal chant binding disparate instrumental voices. His unconventional studio methods and collaborative iteration with specialists—real-time feedback, problem-solving under constraints—exemplify creative excellence achieved through structured collaboration.
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