Veteran cinematographer Sivan died of cardiac arrest at his residence on Thursday. Sivan was 89 and he was a three-time National Award winner. Sivan’s son Sangeeth Sivan has officially confirmed the news on Facebook.
“It’s with great sadness that I share with you all the tragic news that my father breathed his last today. He was our inspiration and role model. What he accomplished was achieved through hard work, dedication, discipline, and foresight. Love you Dad for everything and I am sure you will be watching over us from your place among the clouds and stars,’’ his son and director Sangeeth Sivan posted on Facebook.
Sivan made his debut in Malayalam Cinema as the still photographer of evergreen classic `Chemmeen`. Later, he opened the Sivan studios at Statue junction in 1959. Santosh Sivan, the popular cinematographer, is Sivan’s elder son.
Yagam, Kilivathil, Keshu, Oru yathra, and a few others were his famous works. He was the director of children’s film Abhayam.
The South Cinema fraternity is deeply saddened about the demise of Sivan and many celebrities are mourning his death. May his soul rest in peace.
This post was last modified on 24 June 2021 12:31 pm
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