New Delhi:
AR Rahman is a Living Legend at 47. In a resplendent blue sherwani with gold embroidery, he received his award from President Pranab Mukherjee and said, "I am deeply humbled...Being an Indian is itself a great blessing."
The composer thanked his state of Tamil Nadu for encouraging him, he thanked his mother and his teachers.
Mr Rahman has been named one of India's 25 global living legends, for his contribution to Indian music.