Following the demise of veteran Tamil composer Deva, his son and music director Srikanth Deva shared a poignant message acknowledging the overwhelming wave of compassion shown toward his grieving family. The passing of the revered musical figure has left an immense void in the household, but the solidarity expressed by colleagues across the film fraternity and admirers offered much-needed solace. Through a message posted on his Instagram account, Srikanth Deva reached out to thank everyone who stood by them during their darkest hours.
Heartfelt Gratitude to Colleagues, Artists, and Media Professionals
In his social media post, Srikanth Deva extended sincere gratitude on behalf of the entire family to every corner of the entertainment world. He explicitly thanked actors, film directors, fellow music composers, instrumentalists, lyricists, and playback singers who reached out to pay their respects. Srikanth also recognized the crucial role played by public relations officers, media outlets, journalists, and various behind-the-scenes film technicians who supported the family with sensitivity and respect.
Srikanth expressed sincere thanks from his family to all individuals who stood firmly beside them throughout this challenging period. He noted that an immense number of well-wishers stepped forward to offer floral tributes and express love for his father. The widespread presence and warmth of the film fraternity provided the family with courage to endure this profound personal tragedy.
Comfort in Prayers, Condolences, and Cherished Memories
Srikanth Deva observed that the endless prayers, kind words, and heartfelt condolences from people across different walks of life brought peace to his family. Seeing the immense stature and love his father commanded moved the family to tears. Srikanth reflected that this collective warmth reflected the lifelong goodwill, deep bonds, and enduring memories his father created throughout his illustrious musical career.
He emphasized that the family will remain perpetually thankful for every gesture of kindness, assistance, and reassurance received during their time of grief. Concluding his tribute, Srikanth reiterated his gratitude toward everyone who honored his father's memory and rallied behind them when they needed it most.
The Prolific Musical Journey and Legacy of Deva
Celebrated musician Deva breathed his last on October 17 at a private medical facility located in Chennai, passing away at the age of 75. The news of his demise cast a sombre mood across the entire South Indian film sphere. Revered widely for his breezy melodies and energetic folk tunes, Deva was affectionately celebrated by audiences and industry peers under the moniker 'Thenisai Thendral'.
Born on November 20, 1950, Deva composed scores and soundtracks for more than 400 feature films spanning Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada cinema. He initially entered the film world as an independent composer in 1986 with the Tamil film 'Mattukara Mannaru'. Deva subsequently reached legendary heights in mainstream cinema by composing the musical backdrops for Rajinikanth's iconic blockbusters, including 'Annamalai', 'Arunachalam', and 'Baashha', carving out a lasting cultural footprint across South India.
