AR Rahman reveals Lata Mangeshkar inspired him to do riyaaz

AR Rahman credits Lata Mangeshkar for instilling the importance of 'riyaz' or regular practice in his musical journey. Inspired by witnessing Mangeshkar's dedication to rehearsing even before a 2006 concert, Rahman incorporated a 30-40 minute practice routine before his performances. He acknowledged that this habit significantly impacted his approach to music.

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