Sada ‘Master’, the guitarist who opened the doors of Malayalam cinema for Ilaiyaraaja
Sada ‘Master’, a guitarist from Tamil Nadu, is credited with introducing composer Ilaiyaraaja and lyricist Gangai Amaran to Malayalam cinema in the 1970s. His collaborations on early Malayalam film scores helped bridge South Indian music traditions, paving the way for Ilaiyaraaja’s later prolific work in the industry. The Hindu profiles his pioneering role and his influence endures among contemporary composers.