
Chennai: AR Ameen, son of Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman, was involved in a car accident near Olympia Tech Park in Guindy on Monday. He was immediately taken to a hospital, where doctors confirmed he sustained only minor injuries.
The collision took place in the busy Guindy area, a hub of IT parks and commercial activity. Preliminary reports suggest Ameen's vehicle was hit by another car, though the exact sequence of events is yet to be officially confirmed.
According to sources, Ameen was conscious and responsive when help arrived. Traffic police reached the spot and have initiated an inquiry into the cause of the crash.
Ameen was rushed to a nearby hospital for primary care. Medical staff attending to him described his condition as stable, with abrasions and bruises that required basic treatment.
Family members, including AR Rahman, were informed soon after the incident. However, no official statement has been released by the family or the hospital regarding his discharge.
AR Ameen, the eldest son of the legendary music director, has largely stayed away from the limelight. Unlike his sister Khatija Rahman, who has composed music for films, Ameen has kept a low profile.
The family is known to be close-knit, and news of the accident has drawn concern from fans and colleagues in the film industry. Several celebrities have reportedly reached out to check on Ameen's wellbeing.
This incident comes amid growing scrutiny of road accidents involving celebrities in Chennai. In recent months, the city has witnessed a spike in high-profile vehicular collisions, prompting authorities to call for stricter enforcement of traffic rules.
Local police have urged witnesses to come forward with any information that could help reconstruct the events. The vehicle involved has been moved for forensic examination, though such checks are routine in accident cases.
Officials have not yet confirmed whether a case has been registered against any party. The investigation is ongoing, and a detailed report is expected in the coming days.
As Ameen recovers, fans have taken to social media to wish him a speedy recovery. The family is expected to release an official update once he is discharged.
What to watch: Whether the police file a formal FIR and if any traffic violations are booked against the other driver involved.