In a shocking turn of events, ace cinematographer B Kannan passed away today (June 13). According to reports, Kannan was getting treated for heart-related problems in a private hospital in Chennai. Kannan was 69 years old when he breathed his last. Producer and Dean of BOFTA, G Dhananjayan shared this news on his official Twitter page. For the uninformed, cinematographer B Kannan is widely known for his recurrent association with legendary filmmaker Bharathiraja. Kannan has worked as the cinematographer for acclaimed classic hit films like Nizhalgal, Alaigal Oivathillai, Tik Tik Tik, Mann Vasanai, Pudhumai Penn, Mudhal Mariyathai, Oru Kaidhiyin Diary, Kadalora Kavithaigal, Vedham Pudhithu, Kizhakku Cheemaiyile, Karuththamma, etc.

For the past few years, he was teaching at BOFTA (Blue Ocean Film and Television Academy) Film Institute as the Head (HoD) of Cinematography department. Notably, Kannan is the son of yesteryear filmmaker Bhimsingh. Kannan is survived by his brother and editor B Lenin, wife Kanchana and two daughters, Madhumathi and Janani.

Kannan’s demise is indeed a huge loss to Tamil cinema and it has come as a shocker for many veterans in the industry. At this juncture, Galatta Media expresses its deepest condolences to Kannan’s family and pray for the departed soul to rest in peace.

Very sad to report the passing away of Legendary Cinematographer #BKannan sir, who worked in more than 50 films (40 films with @offBharathiraja sir). He was HoD at @BOFTAindia for Cinematography. Very sad we lost such a jovial & wonderful person from our team. #RIP Kannan sir🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/GGJIldISrg

— Dr. Dhananjayan BOFTA (@Dhananjayang) June 13, 2020