‘Build a Bharathiraja memorial’: Music composer Vairamuthu urges CM Vijay and Tamil Nadu government after death of veteran director | Tamil Movie News

A former singer Vairamuthu has requested the Tamil Nadu government to build a memorial in honor of the legendary filmmaker. Bharathiraja. The renowned administrator, popularly known as “Iyakkunar Imayam,” died on June 10 after battling complications related to old age. He was buried with full honors at his village in Theni district. A few weeks after his death, Vairamuthu visited the burial site and revealed his intention to meet the chief minister. Vijay to get a token of appreciation for the director’s contribution to Indian cinema.

Vairamuthu asks for a memorial at the burial place of Bharathiraja

After paying his respects at Bharathiraja’s memorial, Vairamuthu urged the government to preserve the site by building a permanent memorial. Expressing his thoughts on social media, he wrote, “This is where the great Himalaya of Tamil cinema rests. Sleep peacefully after the tireless work of a lifetime.” He said: “I request the government to build Bharathiraja’s memorial at this place, I will not hesitate to meet Chief Minister Vijay personally to make this request.”“His heartfelt plea has sparked discussions to honor one of Tamil cinema’s greatest filmmakers with a lasting honor.

Vairamuthu remembers Bharathiraja’s lasting legacy

In his emotional speech, Vairamuthu spoke about Bharathiraja’s great contribution to the Tamil film industry and the great loss that was felt after his death. He called the late director a visionary whose skill made a mark in filmmaking by bringing rural life from Tamil Nadu to the world through films. The composer, while mourning the death of Bharathiraja, said that the “chariot of art” had lost its leading horses.

Vairamuthu hopes to pay lasting tribute to the legendary filmmaker

Also, Vairamuthu expressed the hope that Bharathiraja’s final resting place will one day serve as a cultural symbol of acceptance of the director’s legacy. He explained that the memorial built at his last resting place will be an example of inspiration for future directors and film lovers. The people of Theni will be proud when such a memorial is made to remember this legend. Vairamuthu’s request has been criticized by netizens and celebrities who have also acknowledged his contribution to the Indian video game industry.