Rajinikanth paid tribute to music director Deva, describing him as a man of integrity and generosity. Recalling their association, the superstar praised Deva’s family values, musical achievements and gracious response when Rajinikanth chose A R Rahman for Padaiyappa.
Tamil music director Deva, known as Thenisai Thendral, died at a Chennai hospital on Saturday, aged 75. He composed music for more than 400 films and helped popularise Gaana music in Tamil cinema. His songs featured in several Rajinikanth films.
