Veteran filmmaker-actor Bharathiraja death Live Updates: Veteran filmmaker passes away at 84.Veteran filmmaker-actor Bharathiraja death Live Updates: Veteran actor and filmmaker Bharathiraja passed away at the age of 84 in Chennai after battling prolonged health issues. The acclaimed director had been facing declining health in recent months following respiratory complications and other age-related ailments.His demise has left the Indian film industry in mourning, with tributes pouring in from across the film fraternity for the visionary storyteller whose work transformed Tamil cinema and inspired generations of filmmakers.Story continues below this adAlso read | Veteran filmmaker-actor Bharathiraja dies at 84Widely regarded as one of the most influential directors in Tamil cinema, Bharathiraja revolutionised storytelling by bringing authentic rural narratives, complex human emotions and realistic characters to mainstream cinema.Over a career spanning several decades, he introduced fresh talent, crafted timeless classics and reshaped the visual language of South Indian cinema.As tributes continue to pour in from across the country, Bharathiraja is being remembered not only for his cinematic achievements but also for the lasting impact he had on Indian filmmaking. His legacy will continue to inspire storytellers for generations to come.Live BlogThe Indian Express website has been rated GREEN for its credibility and trustworthiness by Newsguard, a global service that rates news sources for their journalistic standards.Click here to follow Screen Digital on YouTube and stay updated with the latest from the world of cinema.© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:Bharathiraja