10 popular songs composed by music director Deva (1950-2026)

Veteran film music composer and playback singer Deva, popularly known as ‘Thenisai Thendral’, passed away on Saturday (October 17) at the age of 75

1. Konja Naal Poru - Aasai (1995) The song captures the joyful anticipation of the lead actors Ajith Kumar and Suvalakshmi

2. Aval Varuvala - Nerukku Ner (1997) It is a soulful, romantic melody featuring lead actors Vijay, Suriya, Simran, and Kausalya

3. Un Per Solla - Minsara Kanna (1999) It's a melodious romantic track picturized on lead actors Vijay and Monika (with Rambha also featuring in the movie's prominent love triangle)

4. Pala Pattra - Good Night (2023) It's an energetic, humorous gaana-style track, capturing the main character's Manikandan and Meetha Raghunath chaotic frustration. It is sung by Deva.

5. Metro Channel – Indhu (1994) It is a high-energy, disco-pop dance track, featuring the lead actors Prabhu Deva alongside Khushbu

6. Salomiya – Kannedhirey Thondrinal (1998) It is an energetic, fast-paced folk-style dance track, featuring lead actors Prashanth, Simran, Karan. It is sung by Deva.

7. Kathadikkuthu Kathadikkuthu – Ninaivirukkum Varai (1997) The song captures a lively, colloquial, and celebratory neighborhood atmosphere featuring the lead actors Prabhu Deva and Keerthi Reddy. It is sung by Deva.

8. Vanna Nilave – Kadhal Kottai (1996) It is a soulful, romantic melody which beautifully captures the yearning of two long-distance lovers who have never seen each other, picturized on lead actors Ajith Kumar and Devayani

9. Kondayil Thazhampoo – Annamalai (1992) It is a vibrant, evergreen romantic duet, featuring the lead actors Superstar Rajinikanth and Khushbu

10. Open the Tasmac – Maari (2014) It's a lively, humorous kuthu track centered around a desperate and comical search for alcohol when local liquor stores (TASMAC) are closing down, featuring lead actors Sivakarthikeyan and Hansika Motwani. It is sung by Deva.