Tamil cinematographer Priyan passes away, celebrities pour in condolences

He was director Hari’s favourite cameraman. Barring Vengai, Priyan cranked the camera for all films helmed by Hari. He was also handling the camera for Hari’s upcoming film Saamy Square, which has Vikram and Keerty Suresh in the lead roles.

“Mere words cannot fully express the sorrow I feel after hearing about the sudden passing away of Priyan.. one of the sweetest people I have ever met in my life. It’s a huge loss for everyone who has been touched by this gentle person. May his soul rest in peace,” said Vikram in an Instagram post. He also deferred the title launch of his son’s Dhruv’s debut film, which is the remake of Telugu hit Arjun Reddy, as a mark of respect for Priyan.

“Heartbroken to know the demise of #Priyan Sir DOP ! Can’t express my grief in words. May your soul #RIP . Strength and power to his family,” tweeted Keerty mourning the death of Priyan.

“Kind, professional and extremely hard working cinematographer #Priyan is no more. Gone too soon. R.I.P sir. Deepest condolences to his kin,” tweeted actor Siddharth.

“It was a pleasure working with #cinematographer #Priyan Sir.. Passes away… one of the Nicest person… My Sincere Condolences and prayers to his Family… May his soul Rest In Peace,” tweeted singer-actor Krish.

#RIP cinematographer #Priyan sir .had the opportunity to work with him in few of my movies ,can’t believe it ; still in shock . Prayers to his family #GoneTooSoon

— Hansika (@ihansika) November 9, 2017

Words fall short of expressing my sorrow 4de loss of my gud friend & wel wisher #Priyan.We hav lost a Gud human,May his soul rest in peace pic.twitter.com/wXKe11itiD

— Vishal Film Factory (@VffVishal) November 9, 2017

Heartbroken to know the demise of #Priyan Sir DOP ! Can’t express my grief in words. May your soul #RIP . Strength and power to his family.

— Keerthy Suresh (@KeerthyOfficial) November 9, 2017

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“Shocked to hear about the sudden demise of Cinematographer #Priyan..gone too soon..deepest condolences to his family..may he Rest in peace,” said Khushbu Sundar.

Some of Priyan’s popular films include Suriya’s Singam series, Vijay’s Velayutham, Kamal Haasan’s Thenali among others.