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Bharathiraja breathes his last

By Rambabu Updated at: 2026-06-10 10:06:58

Bharathiraja breathes his last. Legendary filmmaker Bharathiraja breathed his last, leaving everyone in tears. Bharathiraja passed away at his residence in Chennai due to age-related health issues.

Bharatiraja had been battling health issues for quite some time. He was admitted to the hospital twice in December 2025 due to respiratory problems and more recently this year. Though he was discharged in April, he became very frail, leaving all shellshocked. He is survived by his wife Chandraleela and daughter Janani.He suffered a huge personal loss when he lost his son Manoj Bharathiraja,last year.

Bharatiraja is hailed as "Iyakkunar Imayam" for his extraordinary filmmaking. He shot to fame with films like 16 Vayathinile, Kizhakke Pogum Rail, Sigappu Rojakkal, Nizhalgal, Alaigal Oivathillai, Tik Tik Tik, Oru Kaidhiyin Diary, Mudhal Mariyathai, and Kizhakku Cheemayile. He directed actors like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, and Sivaji Ganesan etc.

He was honored with Padmasri by the Government of India for his contribution to Indian Cinema. Bharathiraja took to acting, starring along side top actors including Dhanush in his mega hit 'Thiruchitrambalam.' Condolences are pouring in from all quarters and movie lovers are still in shock and are yet to come to terms with the tragedy.

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