Legendary music composer AR Rahman has announced an ambitious new collaboration with Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, for his forthcoming AI-powered musical metaverse project, titled Secret Mountain. The partnership aims to blend cutting-edge artificial intelligence with music, creating a global virtual band and an inclusive digital platform for aspiring artists and mentors from around the world.
Meeting of minds: Rahman and Altman join forces
Rahman recently met Sam Altman at the OpenAI headquarters, where they engaged in in-depth discussions about the future of music, technology, and creative empowerment. Their conversation revolved around how Indian creators—and artists globally—can utilize AI tools to overcome generational challenges and unlock their creative potential. Rahman emphasized that the project is not just about music but about democratizing access to new technology, empowering the next generation of storytellers, and driving innovation through collaboration.
Taking to social media, Rahman shared his excitement about the meeting and the collaboration. He posted, “It was a pleasure meeting @sama at his office...we discussed Secret Mountain, our virtual global band, and empowering Indian minds to use AI tools to address generational challenges and lead the way forward.” The post also tagged OpenAI and referenced the broader mission to create immersive entertainment experiences and technological solutions for artists worldwide.
Inside the Secret Mountain Project
Secret Mountain is envisioned as a groundbreaking metaverse initiative where music meets artificial intelligence within a fantastical, digital landscape. Rahman had previously teased this project with a cryptic video titled “Introducing the Secret Mountain,” offering glimpses into a new world of musical storytelling. The narrative introduced Luna, a young woman who travels to Secret Mountain, a mystical universe populated by unique musical characters from different cultural backgrounds.
The Secret Mountain project is set to serve as a virtual stage, uniting singers and mentors from countries as diverse as Ireland, China, Africa, and India. Rahman’s intent is to build a platform that defies borders and celebrates talent from every corner of the globe, reinforcing the universal values of music and collaboration.
Empowering Indian creators through AI
A core part of Rahman’s vision is to empower Indian creators to leverage AI and immersive technologies to innovate in their fields. The long-term mission includes providing access to advanced creative tools, mentorship, and new storytelling formats—helping address barriers that traditionally limit opportunities in arts and entertainment. During his meeting with Altman, Rahman specifically highlighted the challenges faced by Indian artists and how AI-driven platforms like Secret Mountain could serve as equalizers and amplifiers of talent on a global scale.
Music, Metaverse, and the FutureSecret Mountain aligns with the global trends of virtual concerts, AI-generated music, and interactive storytelling. By assembling a virtual band and mentoring network on one platform, Rahman and Altman aim to redefine how music is created, shared, and experienced. The project also signifies India’s growing role in the intersection of the arts and emerging technologies.
With Secret Mountain, AR Rahman and Sam Altman are pioneering a new frontier at the crossroads of music and artificial intelligence. The collaboration asserts a vision where the power of AI is harnessed to empower creators, transcend cultural boundaries, and write a new chapter for music in the digital age. Fans and industry watchers alike can expect a unique blend of innovation, inclusivity, and creativity as the project unfolds.
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