The illustrious life of music legend Ilaiyaraaja is destined for the silver screen, as Dhanush, known for his recent role in ‘Thiruchitrambalam’ and his upcoming film ‘Captain Miller,’ is set to portray the veteran music composer in this much-anticipated biopic.
The exciting news was initially shared by entertainment journalist Lata Sreenivasan on social media. Production details reveal that the shooting for the film is slated to kick off next year, with a planned release in 2025. Speculations are also rife that the esteemed Telugu production house, Connect Media, will be backing this ambitious project. Notably, Raja’s own son and accomplished music director, Yuvan Sankar Raja, had previously expressed Dhanush as the perfect choice to embody his father on the big screen. Furthermore, celebrated Bollywood director R Balki had previously voiced his aspiration to helm the biographical journey of Ilaiyaraaja.
With a staggering repertoire of over 8,500 compositions, Ilaiyaraaja has carved a remarkable path in the world of music. Even now, he remains deeply engrossed in crafting melodies for various films. Alongside his musical genius, the maestro has encountered his fair share of controversies and rifts with a few music composers and directors, adding depth to his compelling life story.
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