A.R. Rahman Debuts In Arabic Cinema With ‘Baab’

MUMBAI-Oscar-winning Indian composer A.R. Rahman has released the soundtrack for critically acclaimed Arabic psychological fantasy-thriller ‘Baab’, marking his first-ever collaboration on an Arabic-language film.

Directed by Emirati filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja, the soundtrack was released on June 19 across major streaming platforms through A.R. Rahman’s music label KM Musiq and distributed worldwide by Divo.

The soundtrack features 10 original compositions by Rahman. Speaking about the project, the composer said, “What drew me to Baab was its emotional complexity and the unique world Nayla had created.”

“To stay authentic to the film, we explored a different soundscape, and it was a rewarding creative journey and a meaningful first step into Arabic cinema for me,” he added.

‘Baab’ follows Wahida, a woman who discovers hidden cassette tapes behind a green door and uncovers the truth about her twin sister’s death.

The film’s technical team includes cinematographer Rogier Stoffers and editor Sebastian Funke.

The ‘Baab’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is now available on major streaming platforms. (IANS)