Tamil Nadu Governor Arlekar, CM Vijay express condolences over passing of composer Deva
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Arlekar and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay have expressed condolences following the death of renowned film composer Deva. The musician, known for popularizing gaana music, passed away in Chennai at age 75.
Why it matters
Deva was a significant cultural figure in South Indian cinema, and his passing marks the end of a major era in regional film music.
Tamil Nadu Governor Arlekar, CM Vijay express condolences over passing of composer Deva left Music director Deva. File R. Ashok The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/6ozg9p/article71595942.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/Music_Director_Deva_03.jpg ASHOK R MADURAI, TAMIL NADU, 19/07/2017: Music director Deva during the interview with The Hindu Metroplus, in Madurai on July 19,2017. Photo: R. Ashok In a statement on social media, CM Vijay said that Deva “captivated the hearts of the common people with his folk songs.” Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Saturday (October 17, 2026) expressed his “deep condolences” over the demise of Tamil film music composer Deva. Deva, the composer who took Chennai’s gaana to mainstream cinema, is no more storyline 1 The musician passed away in Chennai on Saturday at age 75. Mr. Arlekar said, “Through his sweet compositions and unforgettable songs, Deva had carved a unique place in the Tamil film music world.
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