Renowned Tamil filmmaker Bharathiraja, known as 'Iyakkunar Imayam', passed away at the age of 84 due to age-related ailments. Born in Theni, he revolutionized Tamil cinema with rural themes in over 40 films like '16 Vayathinile'. Music composer Gangai Amaran expressed deep grief, stating that Bharathiraja was instrumental in his and Ilaiyaraaja's early careers. The legendary director's body is kept at his Neelankarai residence for public homage. https://www.nakkheeran.in/24-by-7-news/if-bharathiraja-hadnt-come-to-chennai-we-wouldnt-be-here-gangai-amaran-12021406 #creator program