Master
Of
Folk
Songs,
Arumughan
Venkitangu,
Passes
Away:
Arumughan
Venkitangu,
a
prolific
folk
song
writer,
passed
away
at
the
age
of
65.
Arumughan,
often
referred
to
as
the
"Master" of
folk
songs,
was
known
for
his
remarkable
contributions
to
the
world
of
music.
He
leaves
behind
a
rich
legacy
of
approximately
350
folk
songs,
each
a
testament
to
his
artistry
and
passion
for
folk
music.
One
of
the
driving
forces
behind
the
popularity
of
the
late
Kalabhavan
Mani,
Arumughan's
compositions
played
an
integral
role
in
the
success
of
the
versatile
artist.
Several
of
Kalabhavan
Mani's
most
beloved
songs,
such
as
'Chalakudy
Chanthakku
Pokumbbol,'
'Pakalu
Muzhuvan
Paniyeduthu,' and
'Varikka
chakkede,'
were
crafted
by
the
talented
pen
of
Arumughan
Venkitangu.
Arumughan's
Enduring
Musical
Legacy:
From
Folk
To
Cinema
Arumughan's
creative
reach
extended
beyond
the
realm
of
folk
music.
He
lent
his
lyrical
talent
to
the
world
of
cinema,
leaving
an
indelible
mark
with
songs
like
'Kodungallurambalamthil'
in
the
1998
film
"Meenakshi
Kalyanam." His
lyrical
finesse
also
enriched
the
soundtracks
of
films
like
"Udayon,"
"The
Guard,"
"Savithriyude
Aranjanam,"
"Chandrolsavam,"
and
"Rakshakan,"
where
his
verses
resonated
with
audiences.
In
addition
to
his
contributions
to
the
film
industry,
Arumughan
Venkitangu's
creative
portfolio
encompassed
various
albums
and
devotional
songs,
touching
the
hearts
of
music
enthusiasts
and
spiritual
seekers
alike.
His
lyrical
compositions
transcended
boundaries
and
brought
joy
to
many.
The
music
world
mourns
the
loss
of
a
true
maestro.
Arumughan
Venkitangu's
melodies
will
forever
echo
in
the
hearts
of
those
who
cherish
his
work.