{
  "id": 7205036,
  "title": "\"They see me, my face,\" Rehman on his viral moment with Anwar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/they-see-me-my-face-rehman-on-his-viral-moment-with-anwar",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T00:27:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/1532251/they-see-me-my-face-rehman-his-viral-moment-anwar"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "M.Rehman, a 45-year-old pianist, expressed his happiness and joy after his viral moment with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He explained that he was told about Anwar's stay at the hotel during the 18th BRICS Leaders Summit. On Friday, Anwar's staff informed him that the Malaysian Prime Minister might come and that he enjoyed Hindi songs. Rehman researched Anwar's favorite songs and prepared to play whichever one he requested. The next day, during his break, Rehman noticed Anwar entering the restaurant area where the piano was located. Rehman quickly unlocked the piano and began playing a song named Dosh Dosh Na Raha from the movie Sangam, which became Anwar's favorite tune. Surprised by Rehman's performance, the Prime Minister changed direction and came to him. This unexpected interaction led to a one-minute and 32-second video that has since gone viral in India, garnering over 1.4 million views and positive comments. Rehman's timing, preparation, and the nostalgic appeal of Kishore Kumar's song connected two countries, India and Malaysia, through a sincere musical performance.",
  "summary": "NEW DELHI: “I’m happy, very happy. The people are looking at me. At least they see me. My face, my face is being shown all around the world,” said M.Rehman, who played the piano for Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim rendition of Kishore Kumar’s classic “Khwab Ho Tum Ya Koi Haqeeqat.”",
  "key_points": [
    "M.Rehman, 45-year-old pianist, expressed joy after viral moment with Anwar",
    "Anwar's staff informed Rehman of PM's possible visit during BRICS summit",
    "Rehman's performance of Dosh Dosh Na Raha connected India and Malaysia"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Rehman's impromptu performance has bridged a cultural gap between India and Malaysia, showcasing the power of music to connect people across national boundaries through a shared moment of nostalgia.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "How Anwar’s Kishore Kumar surprise during Brics summit turns Delhi hotel pianist into viral star (VIDEO)",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/how-anwars-kishore-kumar-surprise-during-brics-summit-turns-delhi",
        "published": "2026-09-14T01:34:44.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Hindu",
        "title": "Why the BRICS summit was a major diplomatic win for India",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/why-the-brics-summit-was-a-major-diplomatic-win-for-india",
        "published": "2026-09-14T03:33:40.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}