RIP: Legendary Music Director Deva Is No More
The legendary music composer breathed his last today at 75. He’s one of the legendary and veteran Tamil music composers who was contemporary with the likes of Ilaiyaraaja and AR Rahman.
Indian cinema has lost one of its most legendary names in history as extremely talented and legendary Tamil music composer Deva is no longer with us. According to Tamil Media report, he has sadly passed away earlier today.
The legendary music composer breathed his last today at 75. He’s one of the legendary and veteran Tamil music composers who was contemporary with the likes of Ilaiyaraaja and AR Rahman.
His Baasha film BGM is still being used for Superstar Rajinikanth’s intro including the latest JailerB2. He has given memorable albums like Avvai Shanmughi, Pammal K Sammantham, Panchathanthiram, Kushi, Priyamudan, Once More, Ninaithen Vandhal, Vaalee, Mugavaree, Citizen and many blockbusters with Superstar Rajinikanth like Annamalai, Baasha, Arunachalam and others.
This legendary technician had composed the music for more than 400 Tamil film till date, and he is one of the biggest inspiration for the recent generation of Tamil composers as well.
He had been reportedly struggling with age related medical conditions and had been admitted to a private hospital in Chennai, where he has sadly passed away now.
Our condolences and sympathies are also with the family members of the deceased at this sad point in time as Indian cinema pays its tribute to one of its legendary names.
Through his memorable compositions, melodious tunes and distinctive musical style, Deva earned a special place in the hearts of millions of music lovers. His music inspired generations and left an enduring impact on Tamil cinema.