Tamil playback singer Krishnaraj Ramasamy has passed away at the age of 75 in Chennai.
Krishnaraj’s death comes at a difficult time for Tamil music fans. Deva, with whom he collaborated on several songs, died on October 17. Three days later, Deva’s nephew, actor Karthik Sabesh, also died.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay reached out to X to express his grief over Krishnaraj’s death. He wrote, “I am shocked and deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing away of Sri Krishnaraj, the famous playback singer of Tamil cinema.”
Vijay further wrote, “With his unique voice and soulful songs, playback singer Sri Krishnaraj won the hearts of his fans. His demise is a great loss to Tamil cinema.”
He added, “My deepest condolences and condolences to his bereaved family, relatives, friends, colleagues from the film industry and all music lovers.”
Famous background artist Mr. Krishna Raj was shocked to hear the news of his death. With his unique voice, Mr. Bhatkar captivated the hearts of fans. கரிழ்ராஜம் அங்கை அங்கவு தமிழ்த் திரியுகிங்குப் பேரிப்ப்பேரிப்ப் ਮੈਂ ਉਸਦੇ ਸਾਰੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ, ਰਿਸ਼ਤੇਦਾਰਾਂ, ਦੋਸਤਾਂ, ਸਿਨੇਮਾਟੋਗ੍ਰਾਫਰਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸੰਗੀਤ ਪ੍ਰਸ਼ੰਸਕਾਂ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਤੀ ਡੂੰਘੀ ਸੰਵੇਦਨਾ ਅਤੇ ਸੰਵੇਦਨਾ ਪ੍ਰਗਟ ਕਰਦਾ ਹਾਂ ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੇ ਉਸਨੂੰ ਗੁਆ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਹੈ।
— CMOTamilnadu (@CMOTamilnadu) October 22, 2026
Actor R Sarath Kumar also remembered the singer, especially for the songs they worked on together. A post is being shared on
Recalling some of their collaborations, Sarath Kumar said, “In Tamil cinema, her voice sang more than 300 songs, and the songs I acted in – “Pasamulla Suriyane” from the film Vinnukum Mannukum, “Thai Thirisuli” from Simarasi, “Soku Sundari” from Movendra, “Da”. Thojhil’s “Nalu Vaarthai Peslaiye” – Stay close to my heart.”
He also wrote, “Through the richness of his voice and his emotionally charged performances, he will live forever in the hearts of music lovers, and his passing is an irreparable loss to the world of music.”
Sarath Kumar concluded his message by writing, “Praying to the divine for the repose of his soul, I extend my deepest condolences to his bereaved family, relatives, fellow artistes and all music practitioners who mourn their loss.”
The demise of famous playback singer Krishnaraj is very sad. 300 in Tamil Film Industry – Lists of my voice acting in ‘Vinnukum Mannakuk’ movie ‘Vinnukkum Mannakuk’ movie ‘Patpattithi Suryaane’, ‘Taye Trisuli’ from ‘Simmarasi’ movie, ‘Choku Sundari’ from ‘Moovender’ movie, ‘Karuda Garuda’ from ‘Natbukka’ movie, ‘Musaikara Nandban’ Dipathippan sad song and ‘Periya Counter Ponnu’ Thironnu’. The songs of Trotal and ‘Nalu Varda Bechleye’ are close to the heart. His beautiful voice, soulful lyrics and his wonderful songs will forever remain in the hearts of music lovers. Praying my soul to God, I express my deepest condolences to all the family members, close relatives, artists and musicians who have lost them. #Krishnaraj
– R Sarath Kumar (@realsarathkumar) October 22, 2026
One of the most popular songs of Krishnaraj Tanjavaru Mannu Uduthu from Porklam. Deva Rachna found an audience far beyond Tamil cinema when it featured former President of Singapore S.R. Played at Nathan’s funeral, fulfilling one of his final wishes.
Krishnaraj also worked with music composer Sirpi on similar films Vinukum Manukum (2001) and Banda Paramasivam (2003).
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