Chennai, July 10 -- 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."

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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 u...