G. Devarajan – Full Biography, Year-wise Movie List, and Awards
Early Life and Background
- Full Name: Paravur Govindan Devarajan
- Born: September 5, 1927, Paravur, Kerala, India
- Died: March 14, 2006, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Occupation: Music Composer
- Years Active: 1952 – 2006
G. Devarajan, popularly known as Devarajan Master, was a pioneering music composer in Malayalam cinema. His collaboration with Vayalar Ramavarma (lyricist) created some of the greatest Malayalam songs of all time.
Music Career
Debut & Early Works (1950s-1960s)
- Debut Film: Kaalam Maarunnu (1955, Malayalam)
- Breakthrough: Ninamaninja Kalpadukal (1963) – Classic soundtrack
Golden Era & Iconic Hits (1970s-1980s)
- 1964 – Oraal Koodi Kallanaayi (Malayalam) – Famous melodies
- 1965 – Murappennu – Memorable songs
- 1967 – Ashwamedham – Award-winning music
- 1973 – Nirmalyam – Won National Award
- 1975 – Chuvanna Chirakukal – Popular soundtrack
Later Years & Legacy (1990s-2000s)
- 1990 – Swathi Thirunal
- 1992 – Johnny Walker
- 2001 – Sthithi (Final compositions)
Year-Wise Filmography (Selected Hits)
1950s
- 1955 – Kaalam Maarunnu
1960s
- 1963 – Ninamaninja Kalpadukal
- 1967 – Ashwamedham
1970s
- 1973 – Nirmalyam
- 1975 – Chuvanna Chirakukal
1980s-2000s
- 1990 – Swathi Thirunal
- 2001 – Sthithi
Awards and Recognitions
- National Film Award for Best Music Director – Nirmalyam (1973)
- Kerala State Film Award for Best Music Director – Multiple Wins
- Filmfare Award for Best Music Director – Malayalam
Personal Life & Death
- G. Devarajan was deeply passionate about classical and film music.
- He passed away on March 14, 2006, at the age of 78, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.
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