:News emerged from South cinema that left the music industry in deep shock. The one whose tunes once echoed with applause in movie theaters, whose music made superstars like Rajinikanth’s entry memorable—today, that same music composer Deva is no longer with us. The news of his passing away at the age of 75 has distressed fans,
and everyone from fans to film stars has paid their tributes to him. Why was Deva’s music so special, and what has Tamil cinema lost with his departure? Let us tell you.Actually, Deva breathed his last in Chennai on October 17, 2026. People lovingly called him the “sweet breeze of music.” In a career spanning nearly four decades, he composed music for over 400 films across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam cinema.
There was such magic in his tunes that songs remained on people’s lips even years after their release. Rajinikanth’s films played a major role in shaping Deva’s identity. His music was immensely loved in films like Annamalai and Baashha. Most importantly, the famous superstar intro music he created for Rajinikanth’s films is still associated with his identity. Apart from this, songs from many other films carved a special place in the hearts of the audience.Many major stars paid tribute upon Deva’s passing.
Actor Vijay Sethupathi expressed grief while remembering his music, while other music singers and artists also mourned his death. Additionally, a condolence message was issued by the office of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thalapathy Vijay. Deva was not just a composer; he played a crucial role in bringing Chennai’s popular Gana music style into mainstream cinema.
He also received numerous honors for his hard work and music. Today, even though Deva is no longer among us, the tunes he created will always live on in the hearts of his fans. That is the identity of a true artist—they leave the world, but their music never falls silent. We, too, on behalf of our team, pay our heartfelt tributes to him.
