He also composed the entire soundtrack of Thalapathi in 45 minutes. Director R Balki once told Galatta that the veteran composed the popular song Piddly from Shamitabh in three seconds, which is something only a genius can do. Ilaiyaraaja usually works at a lightning pace and is known for wrapping up projects in record time. 'Isaignani' also shared a good professional rapport with Sandalwood icon G K Vemkatesh. The seasoned music director was quite impressed by his skills and had once remarked that the then-newcomer would have a successful career, a prophecy that proved to be true. Ilaiyaraaja honed his skills by working as an assistant to Bollywood legend Salil Chowdhury, who composed music for classics such as Anand and Chhoti Si Baat. On Wednesday, as the maestro turns a year older, here is a look at five facts you most probably did not know about the legend. Ilaiyaraaja, widely regarded as one of the greatest music composers in Indian cinema, has enthralled music lovers across industries with his enviable body of work.
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