K Rajan’s demise in South Film Industry: A sad incident

New Delhi: A very sad news has come from the South Film Industry. Famous film producer and director K Rajan has committed suicide. On Sunday, he took his own life by jumping into the river from Adyar Bridge in Chennai. As soon as information about this incident was received, there was a wave of mourning in the Tamil film industry. Police has started the investigation of the matter.

Beginning of film career

K Rajan was not only a filmmaker but also made significant contributions to Tamil cinema as a writer, director and actor. He started his career in 1983 by producing the film ‘Brahmacharigal’. He then produced several successful films like ‘Doubles’, ‘Aval Paavam’ and ‘Ninaikoatha Naali’ which made him a prominent name in the film industry.

Journey of direction and acting

After success in producing, he debuted as a director in 1991 with the film ‘Namma Oru Mariamma’. Sarathkumar and Nijalaghal Ravi played lead roles in this film. Apart from this, he also directed films like ‘Unarakigal’. As an actor, he also performed brilliantly in Ajith Kumar’s hit film ‘Thunivu’ and Selvaraghavan’s ‘Bakasuran’.

was known for his outspokenness

K Rajan will be remembered for his work as well as his outspokenness and frankness. While other film people hide the truth to save their careers and relationships, Rajan openly questioned the mistakes of big stars of Kollywood. His fearlessness often remained a topic of discussion in the media.

Criticism on big budget films

He often accused big stars of putting producers in huge debt due to expensive and experimental films. Citing examples of Dhanush’s film ‘Enai Noki Payam Thota’ and Karthi’s ‘Aayirathil Oruvan’ in public forums, he said that the exorbitant expenses of these films ruined the producers. He was against wasteful expenditure.

Sharp comment on big stars

Rajan had also expressed displeasure over the behavior of big artists like Lady Superstar Nayanthara and comedian Yogi Babu. He believed that these artistes charge huge fees for films, but maintain distance during promotions, audio launches or press meets. He always said that it is the moral responsibility of every artist to respect the producers’ money.