The fact the the paintings of the Ilayaraja are world famous and not only his fellow painters but also many film celebrities are big fans of his painting is well know.

The recent death of Ilayaraja, a painter who was recently diagnosed with corona, came as a huge shock. Many celebrities mourned the death of this versatile artist. Actress Kasturi payed homage to him through photoshoot pictures which were taken reflecting the paintings of this late artist.

She posted those images and wrote "Everyone knows I'm a fan of Ilayaraja. Last year, an improvement in that. Not one Ilayaraja, two Ilayaraja fan. It was photographer Mano who introduced me to the painter Ilayaraja. We did a photoshoot with his beautiful pictures as a theme. I never dreamed I would submit it as a tribute to him. Just cannot believe Ilaiyaraja is gone. Gone too soon."

Ilayaraja's realistic painting created an impact not just in India but world wide, he was recognised by USA and other countries. His Dravidian touch to the paintings made it more unique and with full of life.