Uma Ramanan Dies at the Age of 69
Renowned Tamil vocalist Uma Ramanan, who captivated countless individuals with the enchanting quality of her voice, departed on Wednesday, May 1. She bid farewell to the world at the age of 69. The singer’s fans and the Tamil entertainment industry are reeling from the news of her passing. The cause of her death remains unknown, and details about her funeral arrangements are scarce.
Husband and Son are left to Cherish her Memory
Uma’s passing has left a deep void in the hearts of her loved ones. Her husband, AV Ramanan, who is also a talented singer, and their son, Vignesh Ramanan, are left to cherish her memory. The news of Uma’s departure has brought about a wave of sorrow in the industry, with countless artists and fans expressing their condolences and paying tribute to her on various social media platforms.
Uma and her Career
Uma had a thriving career that lasted for three decades. It all began in 1977 when she sang the song “Mohanan Kannan Murali” for the film Shri Krishna Leela, which was composed by SV Venkataraman. Uma had a pendant of Mother Saraswati around her neck, symbolizing her devotion to music. She further honed her skills in classical music under the guidance of Pazhani Vijayalakshmi. It was during this time that Uma crossed paths with AV Ramanan, who was searching for talented singers to join his stage shows and concerts. Uma and AV Ramanan not only became a successful duo on stage but also found love off stage. Eventually, they tied the knot and embarked on a beautiful journey together.
Uma’s Collaboration with Ilaiyaraaja Gave her Popularity
Uma’s melodious voice captivated many hearts, especially when she collaborated with Ilaiyaraaja. Her rendition of the song Poongathave Chocha Thakaavai from the movie Nizhalgal skyrocketed her fame in the Tamil film industry. Their partnership resulted in over 100 timeless songs that continue to enchant audiences across generations. Uma’s talent was also showcased in collaborations with other renowned composers like MSV, Shankar-Ganesh, T Rajender, Deva, SA Rajkumar, Chilli, Mani Sharma, Srikant Deva, and Vidyasagar. Additionally, Uma and AV Ramanan joined forces to lend their voices to a song in the Hindi film Playboy.
35 years and more than 6000 music
Uma Ramanan, a skilled classical vocalist, captivated audiences with her singing in over 6,000 music performances spanning 35 years. Her final performance was singing ‘Kannum Kannumthaan Kalandachu’ for Vijay’s ‘Thirupachi’. The song was composed by Mani Sharma and featured vocals from Harish Raghavendra and Premji Amren.
Fans react to the Sad Demise
The news of her death has left fans heartbroken. Several fans took to X and shared tributes. “Woke up to the sad news of passing away of singer Mrs Uma Ramanan. In this age of Super Singers and performers where the singers act more than they sing, here is Mrs Uma Ramanan bringing such complex emotions through her voice with zero indications on her face. What a singer! Om Shanthi Mam ,” a fan wrote. “There is a word in English – Ethereal. That’s the word I would use to describe #UmaRamanan’s voice—the most delicate voice that gives us a mystique feeling. Thanks for singing those songs. Farewell. The first song that came to my mind was this from Nandu,” added another.
Vriti Parekh