Rahman honoured at UK Asian Music Awards

London, Mar 11 (PTI) Double Oscar-winning musician A R
Rahman was honoured with the B4U Outstanding Achievement
trophy at the UK Aisan Music Awards 2009 here.

The musician was given the award for taking Asian
music to the global platform.

Rahman recently won two Oscars, one BAFTA and a Golden
Globe award for his music in the British-Indian film "Slumdog
Millionaire", a first for any Indian musician.

The UK Asian Music Awards recognise the achievements
of Asians in the field of music.

Jay Sean scooped the award for Best Male act and Best
Urban act at the ceremony on March 5 while rapper MIA won the
award for Best Female act, a release said.

Rishi Rich won the award for best producer and
commitment to the scene, and Bobby Friction took home the
trophy for best radio host. Other winners included Gurdaas
Maan, H Dhami and Jazzy B.

The ceremony was hosted at the Royal Festival Hall in
London. PTI HSR
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