Description
Jamal is a song about happiness — a reminder that you don’t need a reason to be happy, compassionate, or kind. It is a celebration of humanity and of the simple acts that bring people together, often through the smallest gestures.
At its core, Jamal is about sharing the gifts we have with others and celebrating our shared humanity, especially when it is needed the most.
The idea for the song originally came from Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil of Burjeel Holdings, who entrusted me with creating a piece that reflects who we are, what we stand for, and the values we carry within us. I am deeply grateful to Burjeel Holdings for the trust placed in me with this song.
Musically, Jamal is contemporary in its approach. The song is written by Shuba and myself, with Shuba opening the track beautifully. The creative process was completely organic — musicians coming together and simply jamming. We also have Brandon Diaz from Hollywood, who has lent his voice to the track, adding a unique dimension to the sound.
When Mayssa Karaa came in with her stunning vocalization, the moment felt almost magical. That expression naturally evolved into the intro — something that feels like a lullaby for humanity. Her contribution is integral to the emotional core of the song.
The track is further elevated by the Firdaus Orchestra, whose rich string arrangements add depth, warmth, and a powerful cinematic quality.
The music video is directed by BToS – Nazeef. We had a wonderful time envisioning how to capture something uniquely from Dubai, UAE, keeping the visuals simple, honest, and memorable, with the Jamal hook step tying the entire narrative together.
Composed, Arranged & Produced: A. R. Rahman
Directed By: Nazeef Mohammed
Edited By: Allan Fernandes
Produced By: BToS Productions Pvt. Ltd. for A. R. Rahman
Singers:
Shuba, Brandon Diaz, Mayssa Kaara
Lyrics: A. R. Rahman, Shuba
Mixed By: Suresh Permal, Nakul Abhyankar
Mastered By: Suresh Permal
Dolby Mix: Riyasdeen Riyan
Recorded, Mixed and Mastered at Panchatan Record Inn
Executive Producers: Adit Tulsyan, Smrithi Menon
Director of Photography: Merab Kiknadze
Post Production Head: Allan Fernandes
VFX Supervisor : Mayur Sharma
VFX Artist: Parth Reshamwala, Ujjwal Joshi, Dhananjay Potdar
Grade: Nitesse Raccha
Album Artwork : Rhea Gadiyar
Art Director: Ravi Kuppan
Stylist: Hinal Oza
Assistant Stylist: Binaz Z Sarbhanwalla
Dubai Production Services By: Metro Talkies Productions LLC
Line Produced By: Vikrant Kaushik, Naushad Ahmed
Second Unit Directors: Rajesh Bhatia, Allan Fernandes
Second Unit DOP: Rohit Bhatia
Trinity Operator: Tom Lebaric
First Assistant Director: Jay Malhotra
Second Assistant Director & DA: Prateek Batra
Production Head: Vasilisa Simualis
Production Managers: Jaskaran Singh, Yogesh Varma
Hair & Make up: Nehaa Shah Artistry & Team
Tailor: Imran Mohd (Royal Style Tailoring)
DIT: Umair Alam
Choreographers: Chetan Kadam, Arun Mode
Assistant Choreographer: Rohan Rokade, Jitesh Dhuriya
First AC: Nika Brolashvili
Casting Agency: Media Square Films (Alex Gee)
Casting Assistants: Riya Gulwani, Aqsa Ghanzafar
Cast:, Jitesh Dhuriya, Sarthak Mahendru, Ambika Gomez
Dancers: Lyn Christian, Clarissa Chua, Lucy Ball, Madina Sagit, Ghazaleh Shirdelan
Riya Rachel Jacob, Elena Vladi, Faithani, Kateryna Stepanenko, Darcy Morgan-Yates
Sama, Gehna Ahuja, Imane Elhajji, Marina Kulinich, Juhi Jain, Melisa Vigantti, Valentina Parada
Kids: Kareem Abdulmaksoud, Thaïs Metelus, Maïra Gandega, Anaïs Delacourte, Clara Delacourte, Lyna Charleston, Kaëlys Charleston, Ellis-Ann O’Hara
Special Thanks: The Firdaus Orchestra, Mohanaselvan Jeyapalan, Bansri Gagwani
Special Mention to the entire Team at Burjeel Holdings under the guidance and leadership of Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil
Thank you to Mr. Senthil Velavan