- Renowned Tamil film music composer Deva passed away in Chennai on October 17, 2026, at the age of 75.
- His full name was Devanesan Chokkalingam. According to reports, he was admitted to a private hospital on the morning of October 17 after complaining of chest pain, where he subsequently passed away.
- Over a musical career spanning nearly four decades, Deva gifted the film industry many memorable melodies. He composed music for over 400 films, working not only in Tamil cinema but also in Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam films.
- However, he gained his greatest popularity through his work in Tamil cinema.
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- His notable films include Annamalai, Baashha, Aasai, Kadhal Kottai, Nerukku Ner, Vaali, and Kushi. His passing has sent a wave of grief through the film music industry.
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