Published • loading... • Updated
Malayalam Cinematographer Shaji Kumar Dies at 57, Was Shooting for Dileep's Next Film
He had shot more than 50 films and was known for major Malayalam hits, colleagues and the FEFKA Directors' Union said.
- Renowned Malayalam cinematographer Shaji Kumar died at 57 on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at a private hospital in Kochi after suffering a medical emergency on a film set in Alappuzha.
- Kumar experienced physical discomfort on Saturday, November 7, 2026, while shooting a film featuring actor Dileep; though he initially improved after admission, his condition deteriorated Sunday night.
- A disciple of cinematographer Vipin Mohan, he worked on more than 50 films, earning acclaim for capturing mass action sequences in blockbusters like Pulimurugan, Narasimham, and Odiyan.
- Recent assignments included the upcoming Athimanoharam, starring Mohanlal, and the forthcoming Ottakomban featuring Suresh Gopi; Athimanoharam is set to release at the end of next month.
- The Film Employees Federation of Kerala Directors' Union honored his contributions to Malayalam cinema, while Kumar is survived by his wife, Smitha, and sons Aryan and Sooryan.
Insights by Ground AI
12 Articles
12 Articles
Malayalam cinema mourns cinematographer Shaji Kumar, known for Pulimurugan and Thudarum, who died at 57
Malayalam cinema mourns the loss of Shaji Kumar, acclaimed cinematographer of Pulimurugan and Thudarum, who passed away at 57, leaving a legacy of iconic films.
·Dubai, United Arab Emirates (the)
Read Full Article
Kochi: Renowned cinematographer Shaji Kumar (57) has passed away. He was undergoing treatment after falling ill on the sets of a film.
·Kottayam, India
Read Full Article
Coverage Details
Total News Sources12
Leaning Left3Leaning Right3Center1Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Left, 43% Right
Bias Distribution
- 43% of the sources lean Left, 43% of the sources lean Right
43% Right
L 43%
14%
R 43%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
