The portrait unveiling ceremony of renowned music composer ‘Thenisai Thendral’ Deva, who recently passed away, was held at his residence on 31 October 2026. Hon’ble Minister for Social Justice, Mr. Vanni Arasu, attended the event and paid floral tributes to the portrait of the legendary music director. Family members and relatives were also present on the occasion.
Deva’s musical association with Superstar Rajinikanth remains a memorable chapter in Tamil cinema. His compositions for blockbuster films such as Annamalai, Baashha and Arunachalam played a significant role in their success. His powerful background scores and memorable songs perfectly complemented Rajinikanth’s on-screen charisma and added to the excitement of his fans. Deva was widely celebrated as one of the most prominent composers associated with Superstar Rajinikanth.
Having composed music for hundreds of films across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam cinema, Deva carved a special place for himself in the South Indian film industry. He played a significant role in bringing North Chennai’s distinctive Gaana music to mainstream Tamil cinema. From melodious romantic numbers to energetic dance tracks, he showcased his versatility across musical genres. His son, Srikanth Deva, has also established himself as a music composer in the film industry. Though Deva is no longer with us, his unforgettable melodies and musical contributions will continue to live in the hearts of generations of music lovers.
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