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I met Deva half-heartedly: Actor Rajinikanth shares emotional incident
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News18•17-10-2026, 15:20
I met Deva half-heartedly: Actor Rajinikanth shares emotional incident
- •Actor Rajinikanth released a condolence video sharing his fond memories and deep sorrow over the sudden passing of music composer Deva.
- •Rajinikanth recalled how he went to Deva half-heartedly to inform him that A.R. Rahman would compose for Padayappa, but Deva gracefully blessed the decision.
- •Describing Deva as pure gold without any deceit, Rajinikanth praised him for successfully raising his five younger brothers through sheer hard work.
- •Rajinikanth lauded Deva for carving out a unique musical style and achieving massive success during an era dominated by Ilaiyaraaja.
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Music composer Deva scored the music for three massive hit films starring Rajinikanth: 'Annamalai', 'Baashha', and 'Arunachalam'.
Rajinikanth approached Deva half-heartedly to inform him that A.R. Rahman was chosen to compose music for 'Padayappa'. Deva warmly took his hand, encouraged him to proceed with the new composer happily, and stated that composing for Rajinikanth's three previous films was a privilege.
Deva struggled significantly in his early life, raising his five younger brothers by performing street-by-street stage shows and playing music at weddings. Even after achieving great success as a major film music composer, he continued to fiercely support and care for his brothers.
