Legendary Screenplay Writer, Director & Actor Shri K. Bhagyaraj passes way: Circular !

Legendary Screenplay Writer, Director & Actor Shri K. Bhagyaraj passes way: Circular !

Chennai 27 June 2026 Office Bearers and Members of Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA) are deeply shocked and grieved to learn the sudden passing away of Indian’s Screenplay King, Popular Director and Actor, Shri K. Bhagyaraj today, a true legend whose extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will remain timeless.

Known as ‘Screenplay King’ in Indian Cinema, Shri K. Bhagyaraj has written many screenplays that have travelled across languages through remakes and made history. As a writer, director, actor, and storyteller, Shri K. Bhagyaraj redefined screenplay writing with his unmatched creativity, wit, and deep understanding of human emotions. His films entertained generations while inspiring countless filmmakers and screenwriters to look at storytelling through a fresh and intelligent lens. His unique ability to transform simple, everyday moments into unforgettable cinematic experiences earned him a permanent place in the hearts of audiences for many decades.

His screenplays for films Niram Maaratha Pookkal, Puthiya Vaarpugal, Kanni Paruvathile, Oru Kai Osai, Mouna Geethangal, Indru Poi Nalai Vaa, Vidiyum Varai Kathiru, Andha 7 Naatkal, Thooral Ninnu Pochu, Darling Darling Darling, Mundhanai Mudichu, Dhavani Kanavugal, Oru Kaidhiyin Dairy, Chinna Veedu, Enga Chinna Rasa, Idhu Namma Aalu, Sundara Kandam, Rasukutty, Veetile Visheshanga, Parijatham, Chokka Thangam will remain iconic in Tamil Cinema. As a Filmmaker and Actor, he excelled in many of these films.

Shri K. Bhagyaraj was a winner of many Filmfare Awards and Cinema Express awards as the Best Screenplay Writer and Actor.

His passing is an irreparable loss to Tamil cinema and the Indian film fraternity. Though the legend is no longer with us, his stories, characters, and cinematic legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

We from TFAPA extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and millions of admirers across the world. May they find strength during this difficult time

Rest in peace, Screenplay King K. Bhagyaraj sir. Your stories will live forever.

Office Bearers and Members
Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA)