Ilaiyaraaja Remembers His Beloved Daughter Bhavatharini on Her Death Anniversary
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Synopsis
On the anniversary of her passing, music director Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja fondly remembers his daughter Bhavatharini, announcing plans for a tribute event on her birthday, February 12.
Key Takeaways
- Ilaiyaraaja plans a tribute event on February 12.
- Reflects on his daughter’s legacy and love.
- Bhavatharini was a National Award-winning singer.
- She was also involved in music direction.
- Her passing occurred in Sri Lanka during treatment.
Chennai, Jan 24 (NationPress) On the solemn occasion of his beloved daughter's death anniversary, music maestro Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja has expressed plans to commemorate Bhavatharini with a special event on February 12, her birthday.
In a heartfelt audio clip shared on his X timeline, Ilaiyaraaja reflected on his late daughter.
He shared, “This marks the day my beloved daughter departed from us. It was only after her absence that I truly realized how much she embodied love.”
Ilaiyaraaja lamented, stating that his dedication to music had led him to overlook his children, saying,
“The remorse of not having paid adequate attention to my children now weighs on me. When I consider that this pain has transformed into the soul-stirring music enjoyed by many, I find some solace.”
He further noted, “On Bhavatharini's birthday, which is on February 12, her ‘Thithi’ occurs. We are contemplating an event that combines both occasions in her honor. I invite all musicians to join us in this tribute. I pray to the Almighty for my daughter’s eternal peace.”
The gentle-voiced Bhavatharini, who was the only daughter of the renowned music director Ilaiyaraaja, was a National Award laureate.
With her melodious and distinctive voice, Bhavatharini lent her talent to numerous hit songs across various languages.
She earned the National Award for the Tamil track 'Mayil Pola Ponnu Onnu...' from the film Bharathi, composed by her father Ilaiyaraaja.
Beyond singing, Bhavatharini was also a music director, actively working on the scores for three films at the time of her untimely death.
Tragically, the talented singer passed away in Sri Lanka, where she had been receiving medical treatment.
