Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman is scheduled to attend the premiere of a new documentary on Melania Trump at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, on January 29 (ET). This documentary titled ‘Melania’ gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the First Lady during political moments.
AR Rahman’s name in the guest list for Melania documentary
AR Rahman’s presence at the premiere was one of the biggest international highlights of the evening. This composer has received worldwide praise for his work in cinema and music. He is expected to attend the premiere along with the likes of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, hip-hop artist Waka Flocka Flame and Jordan Belfort, whose life inspired the movie ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’.
Similarly, a large number of well-known political figures are also expected to attend the premiere. These may include former New York City Mayor Eric Adams, American Second Lady Usha Vance and several members of Donald Trump’s cabinet. According to USA Today, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Treasury Secretary Scott Besant will also be at the premiere of the Melania documentary.
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Melania tells the story of the 20 days leading up to the inauguration of former President Donald Trump for his second presidential term. The film takes a behind-the-scenes look at Melania Trump during a crucial political moment, aiming to shed light on her life in the White House during a time of transition.
The documentary is directed by Brett Ratner, and produced by Fernando Sulichin and Mark Beckman. Melania Trump herself has joined the project as a producer, and the film is being released by Amazon MGM Studios. The White House held a private screening on January 24, which was attended by Donald Trump, Melania Trump, their son Barron and some special guests.
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Rahman’s attendance at the premiere comes at a time when he is facing recent controversy related to his comments about communal discrimination in Bollywood. The composer has said that due to changes in the industry he is getting less opportunities. A.R. Rahman said in an interview with BBC Asian Network, “Maybe I never knew about it, maybe God kept it hidden, but I didn’t feel any of that. In the last eight years, maybe, because the power has shifted and now the power is with people who are not creative.”
Rahman further said, “It could also be a communal thing, but it is not in front of me. It comes to me like a whisper that they booked you but the music company went ahead and hired their five composers. I say fine, I will get more time to chill with my family. I am not looking for work. I don’t want to go looking for work. I want the work to come to me; my honesty will get the work. I can do whatever. I deserve it, I get it.”
Many celebrities have given their opinion on this controversy and shared their views.