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Veteran Tamil music composer Deva passes away after illness

Steady2 outlets reported this in 3 reports over 2 days
Sat, 17 October 2026peak 2 reports on Sat, 17 October 2026Sun, 18 October 2026

What it is about

DevaChennaiRajinikanthKhushbu SundarVijay SethupathiSibi SathyarajThenisai ThendralChennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Who published it, and when

original reportfirst to report
Times of India2 original reports
desiblitz.com1 original report
17 Oct, 06:28over 38 hours18 Oct, 20:26

How it spread - 3 original reports

  1. Sat, 17 October 2026

    2 reports
    • Times of India06:28first to report

      Veteran Tamil music composer Deva passed away due to sudden health issues in Chennai on October 17. His death has led to an outpouring of grief among fans and the film industry. Deva was admired for his contributions to Tamil cinema and gaana music. He was recently in the news for praising Hiphop Tamizha Adhi's work in 'Meesaya Murukku 2.

    • Times of India06:40

      Deva, a celebrated figure in Tamil cinema, has passed away in Chennai after experiencing chest pain. His unique musical style particularly enriched many Rajinikanth films, leaving an indelible mark with iconic introductory songs. An influential force in popularizing Gaana music during the 1990s, he contributed to more than 400 films in various Indian languages. His legacy is deeply mourned within the film community.

  2. Sun, 18 October 2026

    1 report

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