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A.R. Rahman to perform at Prudential Center

originally published: 03/20/2025

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Internationally acclaimed and award-winning composer/songwriter and superstar recording artist A.R. Rahman is bringing his new immersive live concert experience, The Wonderment Tour, to audiences across North America. The 16-date tour makes a stop at the Prudential Center in Newark on Saturday, August 16, 2025. 

In his illustrious career, A.R. Rahman has composed music for more than 150 films and amassed an estimated 200 million record sales worldwide, ranking him among the best-selling recording artists. His monumental success composing the music of the hit film and cultural juggernaut Slumdog Millionaire earned him two Academy Awards (Best Score and Best Original Song for “Jai Ho”), two Grammys, a Golden Globe, and a BAFTA Award.

Blending classical Indian traditions with contemporary electronic sounds, A.R. Rahman is widely recognized for revolutionizing Indian cinema’s musical landscape. His incredible music extends across cultures and genres, and appeals to audiences of all generations. In The Wonderment Tour, Rahman continues to innovate and push the boundaries of imagination and immersive experiences, as he did in directing the cinematic VR experience for his groundbreaking immersive album Le Musk and collaborating with artists worldwide.

Tickets for The Wonderment Tour are available for purchase online starting Friday, March 28, 2025, at 10:00am ET, with presales beginning Tuesday, March 26, 2025. Prudential Center is located at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark, New Jersey.

Fans are encouraged to get their tickets early, as A.R. Rahman’s previous tours have sold out in record time.




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A One-of-a-Kind Musical Spectacle: Personally crafted by the legendary A.R. Rahman, The Wonderment Tour is set to blow audiences away with an experience like no other. This groundbreaking live performance redefines the art of stage production, presenting his hit songs and legendary film scores combined with cutting-edge visuals, masterful orchestrations, and immersive storytelling in a unique cinematic format.

The concert takes audiences on a musical journey through Rahman’s South Asian and Hollywood blockbuster hits, and South Indian masterpieces. His expansive repertoire includes the international hits "Jai Ho," "Kyu Faya Kun," "Chaiyya Chaiyya” (from Spike Lee’s Inside Man), "Uyire," "Urvashi Urvashi," "Snehithudaa," and more! With songs performed in multiple languages—including Hindi, Tamil, and English—the setlist reflects Rahman’s ability to bridge cultures through music.

The Wonderment Tour is presented by Concerts West, AEG Presents, and Kash Patel Productions.

Concerts West and AEG Presents are world leaders in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across five continents, CW + AEG have an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community, and their tentpole festivals set the bar for the live music experience: Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, British Summer Time Hyde Park, and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and more. Global tours include The Rolling Stones, Hans Zimmer, Sabrina Carpenter, and more. With a wide network of clubs, theaters, arenas, and stadiums, CW + AEG caters to artist development and audience satisfaction.

Founded in 2016 and led by Kash Patel, Kash Patel Productions (KPP) revolutionized South Asian concerts in the United States. A remarkable track record of successful large-scale cultural events has earned KPP recognition throughout the worldwide live events community for producing an elevated entertainment experience.

Kash Patel Productions has become a global hub for South Asian entertainment and collaboration. Our dedicated team members represent every part of the South Asian diaspora, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka. Over the last decade, KPP has produced events with the biggest acts in the world and has expanded to cover the entire North American continent.




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