Rahul Subrahmanian (born 26 November 1989) is an Indian music composer and playback singer, recognized for his work in Malayalam cinema. His debut as a playback singer was in the 2011 film Thattathin Marayathu, directed by Vineeth Sreenivasan.

Early life

He attended Mahatma Gandhi Public School and Georgian Academy for his schooling and pursued higher education at BPC College, Piravom. Before starting his music career, he worked as an HR assistant at Schneider Electric in Bangalore

Personal life

He was born in Chottanikkara, Cochin, Kerala, to Subrahmaniam Unni and Jayasree and has a sister, Ramya Nambeesan, who is a well-known actress. His father, a former theater artist, was an active member of renowned troupes such as 'Jubilee' and 'Harishree. His father ran 'Srihari Musical Academy' from their home, and he practiced music from Class 1.

Rahul Subrahmanian is married to Debbie Susan Chembakassery on 12 June 2024.

Discography

YearFilmsLanguageSongsBackground ScoreNotes
2011Thattathin MarayathuMalayalamNoNoAs playback singer
2013Philips and the Monkey PenMalayalamYesYesAwarded BIG FM Debut Music Director Award
2015Jo and the BoyMalayalamYesYes
2016AakashvaniMalayalamNoYes
2019Prakashante MetroMalayalamYesYes[citation needed]
2019SulluMalayalamNoYes[citation needed]
2019SafeMalayalamYesYes[citation needed]
2021HomeMalayalamYesYes
2022MeppadiyanMalayalamYesYes
2024Kunddala PuranamMalayalamNoYes[citation needed]
2024KathanaarMalayalamYesYesUpcoming Release[citation needed]
2024Namukku Kodathiyil KaanamMalayalamYesYesUpcoming Release[citation needed]
2024VolunteerTeluguYesYesUpcoming Release[citation needed]
2024GaaliguddaKannadaYesYesUpcoming Release[citation needed]

Recent projects

Recent projects are the peppy track 'Fly with Me,' which he co-created with musicians Arjun Sasi, Ramya Nambeesan, and Akhil J. Chand. It was produced as a response to the challenging times of the pandemic.

Awards and recognition

  • 2013: Best FM Debut Music Director Award for Philips and the Monkey Pen