The shooting of 'Leo' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha has been going on for the past few weeks in Kashmir. Meanwhile, the mother of Manoj Paramahamsa the cinematographer of the film passed away suddenly on February 18th.

It is said that Manoj Paramahamsa has returned to Chennai from the shooting 'Leo' shooting spot to take part in the last rites for his dear mother. Sources say that he will return to Kashmir after a few days and arrangements have been made for another camera man to do stand in for him for a few portions.

Manoj who debuted in Arivazhagan's 'Eeram' produced by director Shankar is the son of veteran Telugu film director U.V. Babu. He has shot several memorable films including " Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa', 'Nanban', 'Radhe Shyam', 'Beast' and the long delayed 'Dhruva Natchathiram' starring Chiyaan Vikram and directed by GVM.