Renowned music composer AR Rahman was recently honored with the XTIC Award 2024 for Innovation by IIT Madras, in recognition of his groundbreaking work on the virtual reality film Le Musk. The accolade was presented by the eXperiential Technology Innovation Centre (XTIC), an institute dedicated to advancements in Virtual Reality and related technologies.
Expressing his gratitude upon receiving the award, Rahman reflected on the pride he felt in being recognized by an esteemed institution like IIT Madras. “I feel immensely proud to see an institution like IIT in Chennai that has paved the way for numerous success stories. I visited this campus when I was just 13. Le Musk was my attempt to explore global experiences right from India. I was honored in Hollywood, Los Angeles, but receiving this award in my hometown holds a special significance for me,” he shared.
