Popular director S S Rajamouli, actor Siddharth, and producer Boney Kapoor expressed deep sorrow over the demise of renowned Tamil filmmaker Bharathiraja, who passed away in Chennai at the age of 84. Rajamouli praised Bharathiraja for his groundbreaking storytelling and authentic portrayal of rural life, acknowledging his lasting impact on Indian cinema.
Boney Kapoor also mourned the loss, highlighting Bharathiraja’s transformative influence on Tamil cinema through films like ’16 Vayathinile’. He emphasized the filmmaker’s legacy of inspiring generations of artists and storytellers with his powerful narratives and unforgettable characters.
Actor Siddharth, in a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, credited Bharathiraja as his inspiration for entering the film industry. He lauded the director for shaping Tamil cinema with his unique storytelling, characters, and cultural representations, calling him a true mentor and a pioneer in the industry.
