Playback singer Krishnaraj Ramasamy has died in Chennai at the age of 75. His death comes days after music composer Deva, a frequent collaborator, passed away on October 17. Actor Karthik Sabesh, Deva’s nephew, also died on October 20.
When and where did Krishnaraj Ramasamy pass away?
Ramasamy passed away on October 22, 2026, at the age of 75 in Chennai. The cause of Krishnaraj’s death remains unknown. According to The Hindu, his body will be taken to his hometown, Vembadithalam in Salem, on Friday morning.
Singer Anuradha Sriram visited Krishnaraj’s Chennai residence to pay her respects and offer condolences to his family. She was visibly emotional while speaking with his family, having recently expressed grief over Deva’s death.
Who was Krishnaraj Ramasamy?
Krishnaraj Ramasamy was a prominent Tamil playback singer who performed over 300 songs in Tamil cinema. He was known for his extensive collaborations with legendary music directors like Deva and Sirpy.
His song "Thanjavooru Mannu Eduthu" famously achieved international recognition when it was played at the state funeral of former Singapore President S.R. Nathan.
Beyond commercial cinema, he lent his voice to popular devotional tracks such as "Unnai Thedi" and "Un Siragugal Nizhalil".
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He is widely recognized for his frequent collaborations with music composer Deva, including hits such as- Thanjavooru Mannu Eduthu, Vellarikka, Meesakkaara Nanbaa and more.