Shaan Rahman

Shaan Rahman, born on December 30, 1979, in Thalassery, Kerala, India, is a distinguished Indian composer and singer, predominantly associated with the Malayalam film industry. His musical journey commenced with the 2008 music album "Coffee at MG Road," a collaborative effort with his friend, singer, and director Vineeth Sreenivasan. The album's success led to his debut as a music director in the 2009 film "Ee Pattanathil Bhootham," directed by Johny Antony.

Rahman's partnership with Vineeth Sreenivasan proved to be a turning point in his career. He was invited to compose music for Vineeth's directorial debut, "Malarvaadi Arts Club" (2010), marking the beginning of a series of successful collaborations. Their subsequent projects, including "Thattathin Marayathu" (2012), "Thira" (2013), "Om Shanthi Oshaana" (2014), and "Jacobinte Swargarajyam" (2016), were well-received, with Rahman's compositions playing a significant role in their success.

One of Rahman's most notable works is the song "Jimikki Kammal" from the 2017 film "Velipadinte Pusthakam." The song gained nationwide popularity, inspiring numerous online renditions and dance covers. His versatility is further evident in films such as "Aadu" (2015) and "Oru Vadakkan Selfie" (2015), where his compositions spanned various genres, appealing to a wide audience.

In 2023, Rahman expanded his influence in the music industry by establishing the Shaan Rahman Music Conservatory in Kochi, Kerala. The conservatory aims to nurture and train emerging musical talents, offering programs in various musical disciplines, including Hindustani and Carnatic vocals, Western vocals, guitar, and piano.

On the personal front, Shaan Rahman is married to Zaira since October 11, 2009, and they have a son named Rayaan. His family includes his father, who worked for the Union Cement Company, his mother, a homemaker, a younger sister, Sherry, who is a doctor, and a brother, Shaheer, pursuing a degree in Visual Effects at ICAT.

Throughout his career, Rahman has been honored with several awards, including the South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) for Best Music Director for "Thattathin Marayathu" in 2012 and for "Velipadinte Pusthakam" in 2017. His innovative compositions and dedication to his craft have significantly influenced contemporary Malayalam cinema music.