According to reports, Chelladurai has passed away at his home in Periyar Nagar, Chennai. He was found unconscious in his bathroom and died due to a cardiac arrest.
His untimely demise is a bolt from the blue for the Tamil Cinema industry, which is already mourning the loss of Padma Shri Vivekh and director Thamira.
He had won the National Award for the Best Cinematography for his very first movie in recognition of the outstanding cinematography executed with sincerity, imagination, and flexibility.
Ever since the news of his demise broke out, several notable people in the Tamil industry have been paying their tributes and expressing their condolences to the family members of the deceased.
Produced by Elred Kumar under the banner of RS Infotainment, Vidhuthalai will be directed by Vetrimaaran while the music will be composed by Isaignani Illayaraja.
If confirmed, she would be returning to the Tamil cinema industry after eight years and she will be joining hands with Vijay for the first time through Thalapathy 65.
He has been gaining prominence and significance in South Indian languages and as a result, Vijay Sethupathi is now getting paid more than the reputed Bollywood star.
Maanaadu teaser was released on Wednesday. In what has become a perfect birthday gift for Simbu fans, the teaser was massively unveiled by some of the notable celebrities.
