Celinedee Matahari, a Dubai-born singer and songwriter, caught A.R. Rahman right outside a trailer release event in Dubai, where she was set to meet the music composer.
When the planned meet and greet got canceled due to traffic, Celinedee seized the opportunity and serenaded Rahman with her rendition of Vande Mataram. The video went viral on TikTok, garnering over 2 million views and 180k likes. Rahman, impressed by her talent, shared the clip on his Instagram Story.
Celinedee, a 15-year-old with a deep interest in Rahman’s music, grew up in Dubai, surrounded by a multicultural environment. Her musical journey reflects her eclectic taste, covering songs in up to 15 languages. Despite her French and Indonesian roots, Celinedee embraces diverse cultures through music and has composed over 16 original songs.
The viral encounter happened a month after Celinedee performed Vande Mataram at the opening of the Climate Control Awards during COP28 in the UAE. The young artist aspires to perform in India, dreams of singing at the Dubai Opera, and envisions a future filled with concerts, tours, and an album of original songs.
Viral Video: French Fan Serenades AR Rahman in Dubai
Celinedee Matahari, a Dubai-born singer and songwriter, captured a viral moment when she serenaded A.R. Rahman outside a trailer release event in Dubai. The meet and greet got canceled due to traffic, but Celinedee took the opportunity to sing Vande Mataram for Rahman. The video, posted on TikTok, went viral with over 2 million views and 180k likes. Rahman, appreciating her talent, shared the clip on his Instagram Story.
Celinedee, a 15-year-old with a profound interest in Rahman’s music, grew up in Dubai amid a multicultural environment. Her musical journey reflects her eclectic taste, covering songs in up to 15 languages. Despite her French and Indonesian roots, Celinedee embraces diverse cultures through music and has composed over 16 original songs.
Dubai-born Singer Serenades AR Rahman, Video Goes Viral
Celinedee Matahari, a Dubai-born singer and songwriter, created a viral moment when she serenaded A.R. Rahman with Vande Mataram outside a trailer release event in Dubai. The planned meet and greet got canceled due to traffic, but Celinedee took the opportunity to showcase her musical talent. The video, posted on TikTok, gained over 2 million views and 180k likes. Rahman, impressed by her performance, shared the clip on his Instagram Story.
Celinedee, a 15-year-old with a deep interest in Rahman’s music, grew up in Dubai in a multicultural environment. Her musical journey reflects her eclectic taste, covering songs in up to 15 languages. Despite her French and Indonesian roots