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National award winning Tamil lyricist Muthukumar dies at 41

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August 14, 2016

Chennai, Aug 14: National Award-winning Tamil lyricist Na Muthukumar died here today due to jaundice, sources close to his family said. He was 41.na-muthukumar

Muthukumar had won two National awards for his songs "Ananda Yazhai Meetukiral" and "Azhage Azhage" in Tamil movies "Thanga Meengal" and "Saivam", respectively.
Born at Kancheepuram near here, he aspired to be a film director early in his career and had worked as an assistant to filmmaker Balu Mahendra.

He shot to fame with "Devadayayai Kanden," in Dhanush starrer "Kadal Konden" (2003) and his songs including "Kanpesum Varthaigal" in "7G Rainbow Colony" (2004) and "Veyilodu Vilayadi" from "Veyil" (2006) are very popular.

Film director Seeman introduced him as a lyricist in his movie "Veera Nadai" in 2000.
Muthukumar has penned lyrics for over 1000 films and had authored a novel "Silk City."

Expressing grief over the death, DMK chief Karunanidhi said he was shocked by the passing away of the young lyricist.

BJP state unit president, Tamilisai Soundararajan visited Muthukumar's house and placed a wreath.

Speaking to reporters, she praised him and his work.
Celebrities from the Tamil film industry queued up at Muthukumar's residence here to pay their last respects.

Filmmaker turned chief of 'Nam Tamizhar Katchi' Seeman said he was shocked by the death.

Actor Kamal Haasan took to Twitter to condole Muthukumar's death.
"Na Muthukumar died at 41. An important Tamil poet who also wrote for cinema. If he lived a little he'd have made the above intro redundant," he posted.

"Miss you my friend. Thanks for the words you left behind in print. Hope you enjoyed life half as much as we are going to enjoy your poems."

Actor Dhanush tweeted, "Rest in peace na.muthukumar. Very shocked and saddened. Strength to the family."

Filmmaker AR Murugadoss said, "It's really shocking... No words."

Noted music composer Devi Sri Prasad said, "He gave beautiful lyrics for many of my Tamil Songs! Can't believe this news!. May God giv Strength to his family.

"When I sing a tune, he used to spontaneously giv me the lyrics on spot!! A great Talent!! A deep loss for Tamil Films."

Music composer and actor GV Prakash Kumar said, "Can't believe this #namuthukumar is no more... He's written more than 200 songs in my films A huge loss. May god give strength to his family."

Actress Tamannaah Bhatia wrote, "You will be missed! RIP to this great soul, my prayers with his family #Namuthukumar. Just can't believe this."

Muthukumar is survived by wife and two children.

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July 30,2020

Chennai, Jul 30: Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli on Wednesday said he and his family members have tested positive for coronavirus and are currently quarantined at home.

The director, best known for his epic fantasy hit Baahubali series, said they got tested after they developed mild fever recently which subsided by itself.

“My family members and I developed a slight fever few days ago. It subsided by itself but we got tested nevertheless. The result has shown a mild COVID positive today. We have home quarantined as prescribed by the doctors (sic)” he said.

In a subsequent tweet, Rajamouli said he and his kin are asymptomatic and “feeling better”. They are, however, following all the precautions and instructions.

“Just waiting to develop antibodies so that we can donate our plasma,” he added.

Before the coronavirus-induced nationwide lockdown was announced in March, the filmmaker was working on his upcoming period action drama Rise Roar Revolt.

The Telugu film, featuring actors Ram Charan and NTR Jr in the lead, is a fictional tale based on the lives of two freedom fighters in early 20th century.

Andhra Pradesh witnessed its worst single day spike of coronavirus on Wednesday, 10,000 plus cases, as the other southern states, including Tamil Nadu and Karnataka also reported high daily numbers, although they saw a dip in the infections.

The cumulative tally of southern states — AP, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Kerala and the Union Territory of Puducherry was 24,855 on Wednesday.

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July 3,2020

Mumbai, Jul 3: Renowned Bollywood choreographer Saroj Khan died early on Friday morning due to cardiac arrest. She was 71.

The three-time National Award winner, who had choreographed some of the most memorable songs in Hindi cinema, was not keeping well for some time.

She was admitted to Guru Nanak Hospital in Bandra last Saturday after she complained of breathing issues. The mandatory COVID-19 test done at the hospital showed a negative result.

“She passed away due to cardiac arrest at around 2.30 a.m. at the hospital,” Khan’s nephew Manish Jagwani said.

In a career spanning over four decades, Khan is credited with choreographing more than 2,000 songs, including Dola Re Dola from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas, Ek Do Teen from Madhuri Dixit-starrer Tezaab and Ye Ishq Haaye from Jab We Met in 2007.

She last choreographed for Tabaah Hogaye, featuring Madhuri from filmmaker Karan Johar’s production Kalank in 2019.

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May 20,2020

Mumbai, May 20: Doing his bit to help people in need during the ongoing coronavirus crisis, and the lockdown 4.0 phase, Bollywood actor Salman Khan has initiated ''Being Haangryy''- food truck facility to distribute, provide ration to needy.

To feed the affected people in Mumbai, the food truck with the words ''Being Haangryy'' written on it, was seen in Mumbai roads on Wednesday, where volunteers are providing huge bags of ration. A long queue of people was standing near the truck to get the essentials.

Many videos of the truck moving around the city providing ration kits to the people in need, surfaced on the internet from earlier this month.

However, the Bajrangi Bhaijaan actor has not announced this initiative himself on his personal social media accounts.

The Sultan actor is staying at his Panvel farmhouse with his nephew Nirvaan Khan and other family members ever since the lockdown was announced.

Earlier, the 54-year-old actor urged people to take up the ''Anna Daan'' challenge and donate to the underprivileged ones who are worst affected by the COVID-19 lockdown.

After urging people to take up the ''Anna Daan'' challenge, the actor posted a video on Twitter, that features him and Iulia Vantur, Jacqueline Fernandez among others loading the bags filled with ration on to a truck.

Khan actively posts videos on his social media handles to raise awareness about the importance of social distancing during COVID-19.

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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