AR Rahman on importance of film festivals

BY A STAFF REPORTER: Singer AR Rahman attended the gala premiere of 'Gandhi Talks' at the 54th International Film Festival of India in Goa on Tuesday.

Before attending the screening, Rahman was present on the red carpet with actors Vijay Sethupathi and Aditi Rao Hydari, who were titled 'Gandhi Talks'.

Speaking to the media on the red carpet, the 'Jai Ho' hitmaker explained the importance of the film festival.

"Film festivals bring a lot of joy and inspiration. (It's all) thinking and sending ideas. (Film festivals) give you a sense of how films are being received. It inspires you. '