In a recent interview with BBC Asian Network, legendary playback singer Shaan has addressed the controversy surrounding A.R. Rahman's remarks about his work in the Hindi film industry slowing down. Rahman had mentioned that there may have been a communal bias against him, but not to his face. He explained that he often hears rumors and speculations from others and referred to it as "Chinese whispers".
Shaan, when asked for his reaction to Rahman's comments, responded by saying that he is currently not getting much work. He also shared that he has been singing for many years but is not getting as many opportunities as he would like. However, Shaan chooses not to dwell on it, as he believes it is a personal matter and everyone has their own thoughts and preferences. The amount of work one receives is not something that can be controlled.
He further stated that it is important to do good work and focus on one's own music rather than worrying about such controversies. Shaan also praised Rahman's unique and signature style, which has a loyal fan base that continues to grow. He pointed out that if there was indeed a communal bias in the music industry, then the fan base of minority superstars who have been in the industry for 30 years would also decrease, which is not the case.
Concluding his thoughts, Shaan clarified that there is no communal or minority angle involved in the music industry. He firmly believes that talent and hard work are what matter in this field, and one should not be distracted by such rumors or speculations. As for the work he receives, Shaan believes in doing it to the best of his ability and not worrying about external factors. This positive outlook and focus on his craft have made him one of the most renowned and respected singers in the industry.
