Bhavatharini (Ilayaraja's daughter) Age, Husband, Children, Family, Biography, Death Cause & More

Bhavatharini, the daughter of legendary music composer Ilaiyaraaja and the sister of acclaimed musicians Karthik Raja and Yuvan Shankar Raja, passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 47. She was undergoing ayurveda treatment for liver cancer in Sri Lanka, where she breathed her last. Her demise has left a void in the music industry and among her fans, who remember her for her soulful voice and her musical talent.

Bhavatharini Raja Wiki/Bio

Siblings, Birthdate, Parents, Education

Bhavatharini Raja was born on July 23, 1976 (age: 47 years, as of 2023), in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. She was the youngest of the three children of Ilaiyaraaja and Jeeva Rajayya, who were both singers and musicians. She grew up in a musical environment, surrounded by her father’s compositions and her brothers’ experiments. She studied at Rosary Matric School and Adarsh Vidyalaya in Chennai, where she developed an interest in singing and music. Her siblings are Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja. Her brothers are also professional singers. She learned music from her father and also from other teachers, such as T. V. Gopalakrishnan and Sudha Raghunathan.

Height, Weight

• Height: 5 feet 4 inches
• Weight: 58 kg
• Eye color: Black
• Body measurements: 34-28-36 inches
• Skin color: Fair
• Hair color: Black

Singing Career

Bhavatharini made her singing debut in 1995, with the song “Masthana Masthana” from the film Raasaiyya, composed by her father. She received positive feedback for her unique voice and her expressive rendition. She went on to sing for many Tamil films, collaborating with her father, her brothers, and other composers like Deva and Sirpy. Some of her popular songs include “Oru Deivam Thandha Poove” from Kannathil Muthamittal, “Mayil Pola Ponnu Onnu” from Bharathi, “Unnai Kandane” from Parijatham, and “Enna Solla Pogirai” from Kandukondain Kandukondain.

Bhavatharini also sang for Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi films, showcasing her versatility and range. She worked with renowned directors like Mani Ratnam, Priyadarshan, and Revathi, and sang for leading actors like Aishwarya Rai, Shalini, Sneha, and Trisha. She also lent her vocals to albums like Maanaadu, Azhagi, Friends, Paa, Mankatha, and Anegan, among others.

She won several awards and accolades for her singing, including the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 2000, for the song “Mayil Pola Ponnu Onnu” from Bharathi. She also won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 2001, for the same song. She was nominated for several other awards, such as the Filmfare Award, the Vijay Award, and the Mirchi Music Award.

Acting

Bhavatharini played a cameo role in the 1999 movie Poovellam Kettuppar, which was a romantic comedy musical film starring Suriya and Jyothika. She appeared as herself in two songs, “CBI Enge” and “Oh Senyoreeta”, which were composed by her brother Yuvan Shankar Raja. She also sang the female version of “Oh Senyoreeta” along with S. P. Balasubrahmanyam. Her role was to perform on stage as a singer and interact with the lead actors. She also had a few dialogues with them. Her role was not very significant to the plot, but it was a special appearance to showcase her singing talent and her family connection with the music director.

Music Composition

Bhavatharini ventured into music composition in 2002, with the film Mitr, My Friend, directed by Revathi. The film was a bilingual, made in Tamil and Hindi, and starred Shobana, Nasir Abdullah, and Preeti Vissa. The film was well-received by the critics and the audience, and her music was praised for its freshness and melody. She composed six songs for the film, sung by herself, Hariharan, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sadhana Sargam.

She continued to compose music for films, such as Phir Milenge, Mumbai Xpress, and Thozha. She also composed music for the Malayalam film Maayanadhi, which was her last musical endeavor. She worked with singers like Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal, K. S. Chithra, and S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, and created memorable tunes for her listeners.

Husband, Son, Daughter

Bhavatharini Raja married R. Sabariraj, a businessman, in 2002. The couple had two children, a son and a daughter. She was very close to her family, especially her father and her brothers, who supported her in her musical journey. She was also a humble and kind person, who never threw tantrums or acted like a star. She was loved and respected by her colleagues and friends in the industry

Death Cause

Bhavatharini Raja was diagnosed with liver cancer in 2023, and underwent treatment in Chennai. She later decided to try ayurveda treatment in Sri Lanka, where her father was scheduled to perform a concert on January 27 and 28, 2024. However, her condition worsened, and she passed away on January 25, 2024, at a hospital in Sri Lanka. Her body was brought back to Chennai on January 26, 2024, where the final rites were conducted.

Bhavatharini’s death was mourned by many celebrities and fans, who expressed their shock and sadness on social media. Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam, actors R. Sarath Kumar and T. T. V. Dhinakaran, and V. K. Sasikala condoled her death and said that her demise was a great loss to the music world. Singer Chinmayi Sripaada remembered her as one of the nicest people she knew, and wished for strength to her family. Many others shared their memories and tributes to the late singer and composer, who left behind a legacy of music and melody.

Filmography

Awards

Net Worth

Bhavatharini was a talented and versatile singer and composer, who followed her father’s footsteps and carved a niche for herself in the music industry. She was known for her soulful voice and her musical talent, which won her many awards and accolades. She was also a loving and humble person, who touched the lives of many with her kindness and generosity. She will be remembered as a shining star, who left us too soon, but whose music will live on forever.

ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7r7HWrKynspmle6S7zGiuoqOZZK%2BprdWaq6GZop67qnnIpZiymaKWt6J5w5qsoKCkmr9w

 Share!

• Share on Facebook
   
• Tweet
   
• Share on Google+
   
• Post to Tumblr
   
• Pin it
   
• Submit to Reddit