June 11, 2026 12:06 PM
Legendary filmmaker Bharathiraja’s death a great loss to Indian cinema, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condoled the death of veteran filmmaker Bharathiraja, describing him as a towering figure whose contributions transformed Tamil cinema and left a lasting impact on Indian filmmaking. In a message shared on social media, the Prime Minister expressed grief over the director's demise and highlighted his pioneering role in reshaping Tamil cinema through realistic storytelling and authentic portrayals of rural life. "The passing of Thiru Bharathiraja Ji is v...