National award-winning cinematographer, filmmaker and writer R Chezhiyan passed away in Chennai on Friday after prolonged illness. He was 57 years old. Chezhiyan, known for his visual style of realism and strong storytelling, was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Taramani, Chennai and died on Friday morning despite medical care.

Actors, fans and others from the film fraternity remembered his contribution to Tamil cinema in social media posts. Over the years, Chezhiyan built his reputation behind the camera and in the director’s chair, with his work that was widely noted for its realistic and emotionally grounded style.

Born in Sivagangai, Chezhiyan completed his engineering degree before pursuing his passion for photography and cinema. He started his film career as an assistant to cinematographer PC Sriram and made his debut as an independent cinematographer Kalluri in 2007. Later he worked in films retaisuzhi, Thenmerku Paruvakaatru, Magizhchi, Stranger And Jokerand became one of the most acclaimed technicians in Tamil cinema.

His work in director Bala Stranger He received the Best Cinematographer award at the London International Film Festival in 2013. He later moved into directing to letWhich won the National Film Award and was also appreciated in many international film festivals.

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Apart from film production, Chezhiyan was also known as a writer. his book Ulaga Cinema Was popular among film students and cinema lovers. His writings introduced readers to world cinema, while his films reflected a commitment to realism, emotion, and artistic integrity.

Condolences continued to pour in from the Tamil film industry, with many remembering him as a filmmaker dedicated to quality cinema.