What did MS Dhoni tell AR Rahman at Chepauk?

That’s the big question in the minds of fans of Chennai Super Kings, who were treated to a big celebration at the recent ‘Roar 26’ event. And it seems that the conversation revolved around his Tamil melody track, ‘Munbe Vaa’ (from the Suriya-starrer Sillunu Oru Kadhal, sung by Shreya Ghoshal).

Post his musical performance at the MA Chidambaram stadium, Rahman sauntered across to have a quick chat with Dhoni. “He (Dhoni) told me that this particular Tamil song is his favourite track, and not just Suresh Raina’s alone,” said Rahman, in a special video posted on the Chennai Super Kings YouTube channel. “It felt very nice to hear that. I have never gotten the opportunity to spend a few minutes with MS (Dhoni); it was always a hi and bye in the airport. It was good to spend a few minutes with him. He was very kind and also spoke with my son (AR Ameen).”

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With all eyes on the upcoming IPL 2026, there’s a lot of anticipation on how the Chennai Super Kings – which now has a few exciting new names in its squad, like Sanju Samson – will fare. On the team’s popularity, Rahman said, “When I was in South Africa, they recognised me by remarking, ‘Oh, you are from the land of CSK.’ Cricket and music go beyond borders. I’m happy that things like these make people excited and that there is collective joy and unity in mundane lives. It was an incredible night performing at the Chepauk stadium for the fans; it felt totally different from my other concerts, dedicating certain songs to the cricket players.”