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AR Rahman claims his mother sold her gold to pay for the first piece of studio equipment he needed: “At that point, I felt empowered.”

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AR Rahman claims his mother sold her gold to pay for the first piece of studio equipment he needed: “At that point, I felt empowered.”

Even though Oscar winner AR Rahman is now well-known in the music business, there was a period when he struggled financially to establish his studio. In a recent Netflix interview, the music legend said that his mother had to sell her jewels to enable him to purchase his initial studio equipment.

AR Rahman went down memory lane and discussed his personal struggles during a meeting with the Amar Singh Chamkila crew, which included poet Irshad Kamil, vocalist Mohit Chauhan, and director Imtiaz Ali.

Lack of funds to purchase studio supplies

He recounted how his family supported him during his difficult times during the talk. “I didn’t have enough money when I built my studio to buy an amplifier or equaliser,” he remarked. Just an AC unit with a carpet and shelf was present. Before, I would be sitting there with nothing to buy. I was sitting indoors without any tools when I constructed this. My mother promised her jewels, and that’s when I received my first recorder. At that point, I felt in control. In that one instant, I changed, and I could see my future.”

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The Grammy Award-winning composer continued by saying that he didn’t attend college and that he had once felt as though something was missing. I used to go out on dates with folks in their 40s and 50s when I was twelve. I listened to a lot of other music out of boredom and curiosity about what was out there. For me, that aspect was amazing. He said, “There was so much out there.”

Rahman’s latest endeavours

AR Rahman received praise more recently for his soundtrack to Imtiaz’s Amar Singh Chamkila, which debuted on Netflix on April 12 and quickly rose to the top of the OTT community’s most cherished projects. The movie’s unique soundtrack was praised in addition to the plot.

The documentary follows the life of the late Punjabi musician Amar Singh Chamkila, who was well-known for his upbeat songs and often provocative lyrics. He was travelling to a concert when he was shot and killed.

AR Rahman already said that he enjoyed working with Imtiaz in a News18 interview, stating, “He is very friendly.” You know, there’s never any pressure when working with certain people; it simply happens that way. There’s never any pressure when you’re around him. Making Punjabi music has always been my dream. I like how powerful music’s language is. Thus, this was a fantastic chance.

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NewJeans’ Hanni gets reported as Illegal immigrant to customs amid ADOR contract termination: Report

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NewJeans’ Hanni gets reported as Illegal immigrant to customs amid ADOR contract termination: Report

NewJeans has ended its contract with ADOR, leading to potential legal troubles for member Hanni regarding her visa status.
NewJeans members have recently terminated their contract with their management agency, ADOR, though the agency maintains that the contract remains valid. While the group is now operating independently, at least from their perspective, new troubles are looming. On December 20, 2024, 10Asia reported that NewJeans’ member Hanni was reported as an illegal immigrant to South Korean Customs.

NewJeans’ Hanni reported as an Illegal immigrant

According to the reports, an unidentified individual filed a complaint, demanding her deportation. Hanni holds dual citizenship requiring her to renew her visa in South Korea annually. Earlier, rumors circulated about Hanni’s visa expiring soon. However, ADOR previously stated they were preparing to extend her visa as usual, since they don’t acknowledge the contract termination. This suggests no immediate visa issues for Hanni or the group.

However, the situation has become more complicated since NewJeans publicly announced their contract termination. Legal experts believe that if the group continues to operate independently, Hanni’s visa, which was initially granted through ADOR, could become invalid.

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Out of the five members, Daniel has dual citizenship in Korea and Australia, so she’s all good. But Hanni, who holds dual citizenship in Australia and Vietnam, is definitely considered a foreigner and needs to get visa extensions every year.

If Hanni’s contract with Adore was indeed terminated on the 29th of last month, her visa would no longer be valid and she could be considered an illegal resident. Under the Immigration Control Act, she should have left South Korea by the 13th of this month. Since Adore claims the contract is still valid, it’s unlikely they would consent to a visa transfer under the act that allows people to change workplaces without needing a new visa, but the agency they work with must agree to the change.

What is an E6 visa in South Korea?

Foreign entertainers in South Korea typically rely on E-6 visas, sponsored by their management agencies. These visas allow them to work in the country. E6 is typically issued to entertainers, artists, and athletes. However, if the contract with the agency ends, the visa can become invalid.

Since NewJeans has announced its intention to leave ADOR, Hanni may need to find a new agency to sponsor her visa or face the possibility of having to leave South Korea.

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Hanni has the option to renew her E-6 visa by signing with a new agency; however, immigration law requires that she obtain approval from her previous agency first. At the same time, HYBE, the parent company of ADOR, has been in conflict with the former CEO of its subsidiary, Min Hee Jin, for several months, which has unfortunately impacted NewJeans. Since ADOR is disputing the termination and pursuing legal action, it is unlikely that they will grant the necessary approval for Hanni’s visa renewal.

South Korean immigration law also requires individuals to apply for a visa change or secure a new contract within 15 days of termination, which has already passed. The last option for Hanni is to leave South Korea and apply for a new E-6 visa abroad.

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