Tamil playback singer Krishnaraj Ramasamy died in Chennai on October 22 at age 75. Known for his work in over 300 songs, the veteran singer passed away due to ill health during a month of multiple losses for the Tamil music and film industry.
Krishnaraj died just five days after the death of music composer Deva on October 17, a frequent collaborator. The industry also lost actor Karthik Sabesh, Deva’s nephew, on October 20.
Vijay and Sarath Kumar Honor Singer Krishnaraj
Vijay noted that Krishnaraj’s unique voice and songs brimming with enthusiasm
had captured the hearts of his fans. The TVK leader conveyed his deepest condolences and comfort to the singer’s relatives, friends, grieving family, music lovers, and colleagues in the film industry.
The demise of the renowned playback singer Krishnaraj brings immense sorrow.
Sarath Kumar, Actor
Actor Sarath Kumar recalled that Krishnaraj’s voice graced more than 300 songs. Kumar highlighted tracks from films he acted in, including Paasamulla Sooriyane
from Vinnukkum Mannukkum, Thaayae Thirisoolee
from Simmarasie, Sokku Sundari
from Moovendar, Karuda Karuda
from Natpukaga, a sorrowful song from Meesaikkaara Nanban, and Naalu Vaarthai Pesalaiae
from Periya Kaaval Thozhil (also referred to as Periya Gownder Ponnu).
Kumar said the singer will live forever in the hearts of music lovers through his emotionally charged renditions and the richness of his voice. He described the passing as an irreplaceable loss to the world of music and offered condolences to fellow artists, music practitioners, and the grieving family while praying for the singer’s soul to attain peace.
Global Reach of a 300-Song Career
The track Thanjavooru Mannu Eduthu
from the film Porkkaalam reached an international audience when it was played during the state funeral of former Singapore President SR Nathan to fulfill one of his final wishes.
Krishnaraj was a close associate of the late Deva. He also collaborated with composer Sirpy on films such as Vinnukkum Mannukkum (2001) and Banda Paramasivam (2003).
Kaathu Adikkuthu
Sirichuttu Ponalum
- Sokku Sundari from Moovendar.
- Karuda Karuda from Natpukaga.
Film Fraternity Pays Tribute Before Final Rites in Salem
Singer Chinmayi Sripaada wrote on social media, Oh God. This is a really tough week
and added, Gone too soon..pls rest in peace dear.
Singer Anuradha Sriram visited the home of the late singer in Chennai to pay her tributes.
Krishnaraj’s mortal remains were kept at his residence in Valasaravakkam, Chennai, for the film fraternity and the public. His remains will be taken to his hometown, Vembadithalam in Salem, for final rites.
This loss follows the death of music composer Deva on October 17.