A.R. Rahman pays tribute to veteran music composer MK Arjunan

A.R. Rahman expressed grief over the demise of MK Arjunan, shared a childhood picture of himself where he is seen seated with the veteran music composer and playing a piano.

Mumbai: Legendary musician A.R. Rahman on Monday expressed sorrow over the demise of veteran music composer MK Arjunan.

Rahman took to Twitter and shared a childhood picture of himself where he is seen seated with Arjunan and playing a piano.

"An act of kindness lasts a lifetime. I will never forget the love and encouragement you gave me during my childhood," the 53-year-old musician wrote.

"Your innumerable melodic songs are a testament for your everlasting legacy. May you rest in peace MK Arjunan Master...My condolences to the family, friends & admirers," he added.

Veteran music composer MK Arjunan, popularly known as Arjunan Master, passed away at an age of 84 on Monday at his home in Palluruthy, Kochi.

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With more than 700 songs under his belt, he was a much-celebrated composer in the Malayalam music industry.

From ANI inputs.