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Music Composer Deva's Long-Cherished Dream Fulfilled
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News18•17-10-2026, 17:56
Music Composer Deva's Long-Cherished Dream Fulfilled
- •Renowned music composer Deva passed away at the age of 75 due to ill health.
- •He had a long-standing desire to perform a live in concert featuring 30 to 40 violinists and a large troupe.
- •The concert plans were cancelled six times before finally being organized.
- •The grand event eventually took place at Nehru Stadium on the day of his birthday.
- •Superstar Rajinikanth participated in the event, praised Deva, and boosted his morale.
Key Questions Answered
Deva finally fulfilled his long-cherished dream of hosting a "Live in Concert" featuring a large ensemble of violins and musicians after previously facing multiple cancellations.
Rajinikanth encouraged Deva by telling him it was a good path to pursue and confirmed his participation, which helped drive ticket sales through widespread newspaper advertisements.
Just as rehearsals were underway, the person who booked the concert informed Deva that the event could not take place, leaving him shattered until another organizer stepped in.
