India, Feb. 3 -- The Kerala film and music fraternity, joined by political leaders from across the spectrum, came together with thousands of fans on Tuesday to mourn the death of celebrated music director S P Venkatesh. The 70-year-old composer passed away in Chennai due to heart attack, leaving behind an enduring musical legacy that shaped Malayalam cinema for decades.

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan described his death as an irreparable loss to Kerala's cultural landscape. According to a PTI report, Vijayan hailed Venkatesh as one of the most significant figures in Malayalam film music, noting that his evergreen compositions continue to resonate deeply with generations of listeners. The chief minister added that Venkatesh's melodies we...