Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman was caught sitting in a car in Bengaluru after his concert in the city on October 3, 2026. The viral video showing him calmly sitting and waiting for the cars to move has prompted hilarious reactions from viewers. They are now discussing how Bengaluru’s traffic does not even spare Oscar-winning celebrities.
AR Rahman Gets Stuck In Bengaluru Traffic After Concert
Bengaluru is not just known for its cafes and diversity, but also for its traffic. People often complain about it on social media, and recently AR Rahman also found himself stuck in the city’s traffic. After his concert on October 3, a video by Instagram user @roger_manoj went viral. It showed the Oscar-winning singer sitting in the back seat of his car and moving slowly amid heavy congestion on the road.
Many other videos were also circulated as fans spotted him in the car. AR Rahman, without being frustrated with the traffic, smiled and waved back at the fans. The videos shared by people not just went viral but also made locals joke about how even such a big star can’t escape Bengaluru traffic.
Fans React To AR Rahman’s Viral Video
Some users felt that the people were lucky to see him on stage and in the car. Many others wrote comments like, “That’s Bengaluru traffic! Even legends can’t escape it.” Another user commented, “The traffic last night was due to his concert only.” A third user wrote, “He was so punctual even with traffic. Started his show early and completed it on time. True legend.”
Some people also talked about how sometimes traffic can be an advantage in Bengaluru if you are getting to see AR Rahman in the car right next to you. Bengaluru is a great city, but its traffic also makes headlines on social media every other day. Some people have even complained that taking a flight to another city takes less time than reaching Bengaluru Airport from another corner of the city.
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Cover Image Courtesy: @ashwini_roja/Instagram and @roger_manoj/Instagram
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Who is AR Rahman?
AR Rahman is an Oscar-winning Indian composer, singer and songwriter.