Whether it was the orchestration of M S Viswanathan, the genius of Ilaiyaraaja, the sophistication of K V Mahadevan, or the later collaborations with younger co ...

The combination of legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja and playback singer S. Janaki produced some of the most unforgettable songs in South Indian cinema.

Like many of my generation, I grew up listening to Ilaiyaraaja. His music was so pervasive that it rarely demanded conscious attention. It was simply there — in homes, on buses, in tea shops, during ...

G.V. Prakash Kumar has joined A.R. Rahman and Ilaiyaraaja as the only Tamil music directors to win the National Film Award more than twice. Discover how these three legendary composers created history ...

CHENNAI: Legendary playback singer S Janaki, fondly called the Nightingale of South India, passed away in Mysuru due to age-related health complications on Satu ...

Chennai, Aug 2 (PTI) For decades, the soundscapes of South Indian cinema were defined by a distinct vocal dichotomy: the soft ...

For decades, the soundscapes of South Indian cinema were defined by a distinct vocal dichotomy: the soft, demure melodies reserved for the traditional heroine, and the bold, vivacious tracks that ...

Discover how Janaki's childhood in a Telangana village ignited her passion for film music, shaping her legendary career.

Veteran South playback singer Jamuna Rani died in Bengaluru on Thursday at the age of 88. Her songs across Tamil, Telugu and Sinhalese films remained tied to an era shaped by melody and voice.

The celebrated Indian playback singer, who died on July 11, made generations laugh, love, grieve and dream across more than 40,000 songs.

S Janaki lent her melodious voice to around 48,000 songs in over 20 Indian languages. Her partnership with legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja and duets with SP Balasubrahmanyam ruled the charts for ...

S Janaki Passes Away At 88.