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Award-winning Tamil filmmaker and cinematographer Chezhiyan has passed away, leaving the Tamil film fraternity and admirers in deep sorrow.
As the news of Chezhiyan's demise came out, political leaders, actors, filmmakers and many other industry colleagues took to social media and paid heartfelt tributes. Actor Vijay Sethupathi mourned the filmmaker's passing and wrote, "Rest in peace, Chezhiyan sir." https://x.com/VijaySethuOffl/status/2075608054117343737 Actor Varalaxmi Sarathkumar recalled fond memories of working with the late cinematographer and added, "It's very sad to be hearing the news these days ... @Rchezhi He was the nicest human being and such an amazing cinematographer.. I have such fond memories of us working in #tharathappatai and #kondralpavaam he was always there supporting me and always cheering me on.. you will be missed sir.. very dearly by me.!!" https://x.com/varusarath5/status/2075505195644326383 Filmmaker Sasikumar, in his tributes, said, "A good cinematographer does not merely create scenes; they breathe life into emotions as well. Our deepest tribute to Chezhiyan Sar, who safeguarded that art throughout his lifetime #RIPChezhiyan." https://x.com/SasikumarDir/status/2075606369445835063 Actor Kayal Devaraj deeply grieved the passing of his longtime friend Chezhiyan. "#Chezhiyan is my friend. Village companion. The life companion who boarded the train with me when I set off for Chennai for the cinema. I don't even know how to offer condolences to his family," he wrote. https://x.com/kayaldevaraj/status/2075430520910205174 Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi also offered her tributes on X, sending deepest condolences to the grieving family. "The news of the passing of Mr Chezhiyan, a Tamil film cinematographer and director, brings immense sorrow. As the director of the National Award-winning film 'To Let ' and as a trainer who, through his film workshops, encouraged and guided the younger generation of creative artists, he was instrumental in opening the gateway to world cinema for readers on the Tamil public platform through his writings. I convey my deepest condolences to his family, the film fraternity, and his readers," she wrote. https://x.com/KanimozhiDMK/status/2075599044278399333 A prominent face in the Tamil film industry, Chezhiyan, passed away in Chennai on Friday. He was known for his work in films like 'Kalloori', Paradesi' and 'To Let'. Chezhiyan's directorial venture 'To Let' won the Best Feature Film Award at the 65th National Film Awards. (ANI)
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