Updated On: 26 January, 2026 07:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Waheeda Rahman reacted to the controversy around A.R. Rahman’s remarks, saying such issues happen everywhere and work opportunities keep changing. She urged people not to overreact and advised staying peaceful

Waheeda Rehman on AR Rahman remark
Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman recently found himself at the centre of a heated debate following remarks he made during an interview. While he has apologized, many celebs are still condemning his stance on the reason for the dearth of work in the industry. Now, Waheeda Rehman has come forward and weighed in on his statement.
While speaking to The Indian Express, she said, "Yes, I read about it, but I try to dig less into it. I prefer not to pay attention to it when everything is going fine. These small things happen in every country."