Chennai, Feb 26: A royal reception with thousands of fans dancing and chanting to the Oscar winning number ‘Jai Ho’ welcomed India’s international star AR Rahman as he retuned to his hometown, Chennai, earlier this morning. Looking humble, with his feet firmly rooted to ground, the magical crooner dedicated his most astounding feat to the nation’s younger generation.
Related Stories Carnival greets India’s Mozart AR Rahman on arrival after winning Oscars<http://www.spicezee.com/articles/story24104.htm> Speaking to *Spicezee*, the maestro said, "I am completely overwhelmed, touched, with the kind of reception I got... it is great to be back." Dedicating his gongs to the youth of the country, Rahman further said, “It`s a starting point in my career and will indeed make a difference in fans` approach towards good music<http://www.spicezee.com/articles/story24132.htm#> ." Seemingly beaming at the cheers and loud appreciative chants of the crowd, Rahman exuded love when he addressed reporters briefly. Photo Gallery Click here for more pictures <http://www.spicezee.com/gallery/324.htm> "*My award`s message was said clearly in my acceptance speech -`In my life, I always had a choice between love and hate and I chose love.` That is my philosophy in life and in music. I chose to live a life overriding differences between people, states, language and religion. My fans should do the same. Hollywood stars Michael Jackson and Penelope Cruz liked this attitude and told me its inherent love affected them deeply", said the Mozart of Madras. * To the crowd of fans assembled outside his home to get a glimpse of their hero, the singer acknowledged their support as he said, "Thank you for coming, but I will not disturb you so early. We will meet again. Remember we are in the early hours. I`m tired after a long journey, have to work in the morning and my children have to go to school.” As for his mind-boggling wins at the Oscars, the multi talented crooner said, "When I won the second Oscar, I wanted to give a bigger message. We have a choice for love and hate for everything whether religion, caste, language - it is to choose love over hate whether in music or the philosophy of life. All the actors and directors in Hollywood loved the statement. Michael Jackson liked it too. It is not the highest point in my career, but it is a starting point of making a lot of difference. I hope my award inspires others as well". http://www.spicezee.com/articles/story24132.htm -- regards, Vithur
