Indian stars recently took to social media to mourn the loss of legendary filmmaker Bharathiraja, who passed away on 10 June.

Tamil Nadu CM, Joseph Vijay took to X to express his sadness over the loss, saying that Bharathiraja has created “several successful films infused with the vibrant essence of rural life” and that state honours will be accorded during his final journey as a mark of respect.

Mohanlal, who worked with Bharathiraja in “Thudarum,” posted in the same social media platform, “A director who found poetry in the soil, truth in silence, and soul in every frame. Sharing screen space with Bharathiraja Sir in Thudarum was an honour I will cherish forever. Rest in peace, Sir.”