AR Rahman and Anandji to grace the set of Indian Idol 12

This week's episodes of Indian Idol 12 witnesses two music maestros, AR Rahman and Anandji, from the Kalyanji-Anandji duo. The show is judged by Neha Kakkar, Himesh Reshammiya and Vishal Dadlani. Scroll to see photos from the sets of Indian Idol 12. (Photo: PR Handout)

The veteran music composer Anandji, who has composed music for hit movies like Don, Qurbani and Muqaddar Ka Sikandar among others, shared stories from his times with the contestants and the judges of Indian Idol 12. (Photo: PR Handout)

The contestant Shanmukh Priya's performance on the song "Muqabla" left AR Rahman impressed. He joined her on the stage and played the song on the keyboard. (Photo: PR Handout)

After her performance, AR Rahman told Shamukh Priya, "You have a great talent. I am impressed by your performance and you have a unique voice. You are a soulful singer and I liked the way you change the tone of every song you sing. I am proud that we have such talents in India." (Photo: PR Handout)

AR Rahman came to Indian Idol 12 to promote his upcoming movie 99 Songs. He was accompanied by the film's lead actor Ehan Bhat. (Photo: PR Handout)

The host of the show Ritwik Dhanjiani tried his hands on AR Rahman's piano. He shared, "I know to play the piano as I learned this during the lockdown period." (Photo: PR Handout)

Sawai's performance on the song "Ramchandra Keh Gaye Siya Se" had music composer Anandji dancing. (Photo: PR Handout)

Singer Dhvani Bhanushali was also present on the set of Indian Idol 12. She was impressed with contestant Nihaal's performance. She said, "I feel he is an extraordinary singer but he lacks in some element and that is romance." (Photo: PR Handout)

Dhvani Bhanushali gave Nihaal a few lessons on romance. (Photo: PR Handout)