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[Gregorysab]

V_S,

That was a lengthy post which was slightly unnecessary because I very much understand your points and agree with you regarding how the composers were in the bygone eras. And Past is past - even though 70% of Raaja's output suffered because of bad films, there is nothing we can change and i agree that it is good that he still went ahead to adorn those stupid films with great films.

My conclusion is not based on the choosiness of current crop of composers. It is more from the fact that people dont give a damn to a film for which he scored music. and that includes me and many of us. The music album might be good, but its position in the market is not and that leads to slotting him for certain kind of films.

My only point is - Fine, that Raaja had taken n no. of projects in 80s because thats how things used to work back then. Raaja doesnt have do that 'today'. I know he has the drive... but 80s was a different ball game and his approach worked - it cemented his position in the industry. He is 68 now. I dont want only a NBW, HTNI and Thiruvasakam to remain as his colossal works. He is capable of churning out more. And it does not matter if he rejects a Jaganmohini. It does not add any value to his career graph. as such the songs of that film are enjoyed only by fans. So, how does it matter if it was via film or via private album. we fans will buy private album too. As for sponsors, honestly, i feel thats not at all a big deal. Who sponsored Nothing But Wind? How to Name It? or even the most recent - "Ramana saranam saranam" - which had excellent arrangements/recording. He does not have to go to Budapest. I am fine with albums that match Ramana Saranam Saranam quality (of melody, recording and arrangements) - in instrumental form.

Again, this doesn't mean he should stop films.