K. Bhagyaraj, a distinguished multifaceted filmmaker in Tamil cinema, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the age of 73. He succumbed to a heart attack at Apollo Hospital.

According to sources, Bhagyaraj experienced a massive heart attack and was immediately taken to Apollo Hospital, where resuscitation attempts unfortunately proved unsuccessful.

Earlier this year, he celebrated a significant milestone, marking **50 years in cinema** on his **73rd birthday**. His contributions to the industry as an actor, producer, and composer have made a lasting impact.

Bhagyaraj leaves behind his wife, Poornima Bhagyaraj, along with their children, actor Shanthanu and Saranya Bhagyaraj.

He began his cinematic journey as an assistant director to the legendary Tamil filmmaker Bharathiraja in the celebrated 1977 film 16 Vayathinile. It is poignant to note that Bharathiraja also passed away earlier this month.

The news of Bhagyaraj’s passing has resonated deeply within the film community, prompting an outpouring of condolences on social media from colleagues and admirers alike.

This tragic loss marks the end of an era for Tamil cinema, where K. Bhagyaraj’s influence and creativity will be remembered for years to come.