Ilayaraja refusing to accept the National Award for Best Background Score in the Tamil Movie 'Thaarai Thappattai' on grounds that he was denied due recognition has created a sensation.
Music Composer Gangai Amaran, Ilayaraja's Brother & National Awards Jury Member, fumed at his elder brother for letting down Tamilians by turning down the National honour. 'Had if Ilayaraja informed Jury that he isn't interested in National award, A deserving person from the Younger Generation might be chosen for the honour. What's wrong if there are separate awards for songs & background score? Even Oscar Awards work in a similar fashion. Can Ilayaraja question the Academy Awards Jury?,' he asked.
Gangai Amaran opined Ilayaraja took pride to his head and his music is outdated. He criticized the songs in 'Thaarai Thappattai' and accused him of not being able to accept the change. At the same time, He showered praises on young composers for fresh tunes.
Music Composer Gangai Amaran, Ilayaraja's Brother & National Awards Jury Member, fumed at his elder brother for letting down Tamilians by turning down the National honour. 'Had if Ilayaraja informed Jury that he isn't interested in National award, A deserving person from the Younger Generation might be chosen for the honour. What's wrong if there are separate awards for songs & background score? Even Oscar Awards work in a similar fashion. Can Ilayaraja question the Academy Awards Jury?,' he asked.
Gangai Amaran opined Ilayaraja took pride to his head and his music is outdated. He criticized the songs in 'Thaarai Thappattai' and accused him of not being able to accept the change. At the same time, He showered praises on young composers for fresh tunes.