Sivamani

Anandan "Drums" Sivamani is an Indian percussionist. He plays many instruments including drums, octoban, darbuka, udukai, ghatam and kanjira. He gained recognition through his role as A. R. Rahman's lead percussionist. They have been close friends since childhood.

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