Singer, guitarist, and actor Goher Mumtaz recently “reunited” with legendary Indian music composer A.R. Rahman.
The moment was shared by Goher in a heartfelt Instagram post, where he praised Rahman’s humility and his unexpected talent for taking good selfies.
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“Great catching up with the maestro @arrahman almost after a decade,” Goher wrote. “Some great learnings, nostalgia and discussions over the innovations like AI in music productions and the future of it. (P.S: @arrahman got some great selfie skills too),” he added with a smile.
The meeting between the two artists has sparked excitement among fans across the subcontinent, symbolizing the continuing bond between the music industries of Pakistan and India despite political tensions.
Goher Mumtaz is best known as a founding member of the iconic Pakistani band Jal, which took the South Asian music scene by storm in the early 2000s. Originally formed with Atif Aslam, Jal's breakout single Aadat became an anthem for a generation. After Atif's departure, Goher continued Jal’s success with hits like Sajni, Ik Din Aye Ga, Dil Haray and many more.
In addition to his music career, Goher has also established himself as an actor in Pakistani dramas.
A.R. Rahman is one of the most influential and celebrated music composers in the world. Known for blending Indian classical music with electronic sounds and world music influences, Rahman has composed for numerous Bollywood blockbusters and international projects.
Some of his most iconic works include Roja, Dil Se – featuring the evergreen hit Chaiyya Chaiyya, Lagaan, Rockstar, and Slumdog Millionaire, which won him two Academy Awards (Best Original Score & Best Original Song for Jai Ho.
He is known for his visionary approach to music, always embracing new technologies and innovations.
This meeting has sparked speculation and hope among fans about a possible future collaboration.
