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Problem 10 - Olympiad

Before A.R. Rahman rose to international fame, he composed the soundtrack for Mani Ratnam's critically acclaimed Tamil film 'Roja' (1992). The film was later dubbed into Hindi and became a pan-Indian success. Which famous Indian tabla maestro and percussionist contributed significantly to the percussive elements and rhythm arrangements of the film's iconic score?

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Sivamani, the renowned Indian percussionist, played a crucial role in shaping the rhythmic landscape of 'Roja''s soundtrack. His innovative and vibrant percussive contributions were a significant factor in the film's musical success, setting a new benchmark in Indian film music. Zakir Hussain, Taufiq Qureshi, and Ranjit Barot are also legendary percussionists, but Sivamani's collaboration with Rahman on 'Roja' is particularly notable.