Music Maestro A.R. Rahman Unveils the First Track From My Melbourne, Sung by the Stellar Afghani Singer, Aryana Sayeed

Academy Award-winning music composer A.R. Rahman has introduced the first track from the much-anticipated anthology My Melbourne. The song titled Rukhna Nahi, is a celebration of empowerment and unity through music. The vocals have been given by Aryans Sayeed, an Afghani musician who is making her Hindi debut with the song. Known off her extensive work in activism for women’s rights in Afghanistan, Aryana is currently settled in London. Hailing from Kabul, the singer has been an icon in the culture and music space of Afghanistan early on. The songs lyrics and music has been done by Anurag Sharma. 

  My Melbourne, an anthology featuring four compelling stories directed by Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Onir, and Rima Das, explores human connection, resilience, and identity against the vibrant, multicultural backdrop of Melbourne. Inspired by true events, the film sheds light on themes of race, gender, sexuality, and disability, offering an authentic lens into the city's diverse communities.  

Set for an India release on 14th March 2025, My Melbourne brings together the creative vision of four celebrated Indian filmmakers, each contributing a unique story that showcases the power of inclusivity and cultural identity.   With A.R. Rahman’s blessings and Aryana’s soul-stirring voice, the song sets the tone for an anthology that promises to be a cinematic and musical celebration of cultural harmony.