

It was also because that Ilaiyaraaja was one of the busiest muscians at that point of time,composing almost two songs per day and finishing the BGM of a film in three to four days.
ALL THE TIME SONG FROM NADODI THENDRAL MOVIE
Reports claimed that Mani Ratnam felt his movie Anjali’s score was not on, as per the script but Raja was not ready to change it.
ALL THE TIME SONG FROM NADODI THENDRAL FULL
However, it is said that the rift between them started when Raja wanted full control over his music and wouldn’t budge once he completes the score, no matter how big the director is. The duo has beena very successful combo and Ilaiyaraaja has made his imprint in all their movies till Roja. When SPB passed away, Ilaiyaraja was inconsolable and he went to Tiruvannamalai and lighted a Moksha Deepam for his dear Balu. On joining Raja, SPB said, " One day Ilaiyaraaja felt like hugging me, so he called and I was there in front of him." Later SPB sang at the Ilaiyaraaja 76 concert, on June 2, 2019. Later, Ilaiyaraja had a change of mind and invited SP Balasubrahmanyam to sing for Vijay Antony's film, Tamizharasan. Later, on the rift SPB had said that there was no hatred between them, it was like how members within the family have a difference of opinion. Though it affected SPB's tour badly, he didn't say anything about it. However, in 2017, Ilaiyaraaja slapped a legal notice on SPB for singing his songs in his overseas tours, which came as a shock to the film indsutry. It is said the SPB used to recommend Raja and his brothers to directors and producers and even took them on his scooter. readmoreĮven before Ilaiyaraaja became famous, SPB used to be very close to Raja and brothers.

Here is a quick look at his spat with some of the most prominent personalities in Tamil cinema and how he has patched up with them. They argue that it's his unmasked personality and open nature that often lands him in controversy. However, every music lover would agree that he is a genius and doesn't hide anything. Recently, the music director who has to shift to a new studio stated that it's the destiny of the listeners that they have to listen to whatever stuff the music directors like him create. Though quick-tempered, he would reconcile with those who fought with and shower them with more affection. He also holds strong opinions on his music-making and is not someone who will dance to the tunes of the producer or director. Though very much into spirituality, he is also known for his quick temper, especially with his close associates.

Even in his late 70s, the musician is as busy as ever. Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja is often referred to as "Maestro" and his songs are considered evergreen, withstanding the changing tastes of several generations of music lovers.
