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Veteran cinematographer Shaji Kumar dies at 57; collapses on film set
Published: 10/11/26 02:02
India
Kochi, Nov 10 (UNI) Noted Malayalam cinematographer Shaji Kumar, whose camera work enriched several commercially successful films, including the blockbuster Pulimurugan, died at a private hospital here on Tuesday. He was 57. He was rushed to hospital after collapsing while working on a film set. Despite medical attention, he could not be saved. His untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the Malayalam film industry, where he had carved a niche for himself through his work in action-packed entertainers and big-budget productions. With more than 50 films to his credit, Shaji Kumar worked with several prominent directors, including Vysakh, Shaji Kailas,…