AR Rahman Net Worth: Oscar-Winning Singer Beats Diljit Dosanjh? Check His Income, Properties And Assets

AR Rahman started his musical career by helping his father, film score composer RK Shekhar, in a studio at the age of four. He left school to pursue his passion for music after the death of his father. At the age of 11, he joined the orchestra of Malayalam composer MK Arjunan following his training from Master Dhanraj and soon collaborated with composers like Ramesh Naidu and Ilaiyaraaja. For those who don't know, AR Raman is one of the most well-known names in the world of music, who has written original music for more than 145 films in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and English.

In a shocking turn of events, the 57-year-old singer and his wife, Saira Banu, split up after 29 years of marriage. In a statement, her attorney Vandana Shah explained that their separation was due to the emotional strain of their relationship. Since the situation was precarious, Rahman also issued a statement and asked for privacy.

AR Rahman and Saira Banu tied the knot on March 12th, 1995 (Credit: AR Rahman/Instagram)

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Did you know AR Rahman is the richest musician in the country and his total net worth surpasses that of Diljit Dosanjh's? Yes, you read that right. If reports are to be believed, the Indian Mozart's estimated net worth as of 2024 is between Rs 1,700 and Rs 2,000 crore. This is due to the enormous concert fees and checks he receives from his work as a music director both in India and abroad. Additionally, the report disclosed that Rahman charged Rs 8 crore for each film. He had charged the same for writing the soundtrack for 'Amar Singh Chamkila.' Rahman, who plays a crucial part in the film, is reportedly paid 100% more than Diljit Dosanjh.

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AR Rahman Income & Fees

According to media reports, he charges about Rs 3 crore for each song. Rahman charges between Rs 1 and Rs 2 crore for live performances. The singer makes a substantial sum of money each year from brand sponsorships in addition to his music endeavors. With a claimed net worth of over Rs 17,000 crore, he is the wealthiest singer and composer in India. In contrast, Diljit, who is currently on his Dil-Luminati tour, is said to be worth Rs 172 crore. According to reports, Rahman's overall net worth is 88% greater than that of the Punjabi celebrity.

AR Rahman Lavish Properties

Among the most prized possessions in AR Rahman's extensive portfolio is his gorgeous villa in Chennai. A separate entertainment area, a large dining area with beautiful décor, many bedrooms, and a cutting-edge music studio are all aspects of the mansion, according to the publicly available data. The interiors exude subtle elegance and grandeur. To accommodate his frequent trips to the US, the renowned singer owns an opulent villa in Los Angeles in addition to his Chennai residence. He may work and record comfortably from home using this property's state-of-the-art music studio, eliminating the need to use other studios. AM Musiq Studios, based in Mumbai, London, and Los Angeles, is proudly owned by the extraordinarily talented artist AR Rahman.

Inside AR Rahman's music studio with actor Dhanush and sound engineer Karthik Sekaran (Credit: AR Rahman/Instagram)

AR Rahman Luxurious Car Collection

A Volvo SUV valued at Rs 93.87 lakh, a Jaguar car valued at Rs 1.08 crore, and a Mercedes car valued at Rs 2.86 crore are just a few of the many expensive vehicles that AR Rahman possesses.

For the unversed, IIT Madras recently presented AR Rahman with an award by dedicating the Experiential Technology Innovation Centre (XTIC), a Center of Excellence in Virtual Reality and related subjects. The honour comes following his innovative work on the virtual reality movie Le Musk (2022). The music maestro received an Oscar for his song 'Jai Ho' from the 2009 movie Slumdog Millionaire. Maa Tujhe Salaam, Nahin Saamne Tu, Dil Se Re, Mukkala Mukkabla, and many more are among the many gems he has composed throughout the years. Furthermore, the 57-year-old musician has worked on Hollywood productions such as 127 Hours and Million Dollar Arm.