There's divisive politics happening, but we are wired for unity: AR Rahman

Academy Award-winning composer A R Rahman says the term "oneness" can make people question its existence in today's cynical world, which is rife with divisive politics and mentality.

Rahman and musical artiste Ameya Dabli are set to perform at the '"Ekam Satt Unity Concert: The 50th Symphony".

When asked how he views the "unity" concert, Rahman told PTI, "It's going in the right direction and even though in today's cynical world, when you say 'oneness' people ask, 'What oneness are you talking about?' because there's so much of divisive politics happening, there's so much divisive mentality.

"But ultimately as human beings, we are hardwired for unity, we find peace in unity, in sharing hopes, knowledge and in that context, this seems to be an amazing idea," he added.

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