The deadly COVID 19 is still continuing to claim lives that too at an early age and the film industry has yet again lost a talented personality. Shaman Mithru, an actor-cinematographer, died in Chennai on Thursday as a result of Covid-19 problems. He was 43 and is survived by his wife and five-year-old son..

Accoridng to reports he was admitted to a private hospital in Chennai after becoming seriously ill and was treated in the ICU. However, he lost the battle to the coronavirus earlier this morning.

Shaman, who has worked as a Director of Photography (DOP) on various productions, made his acting debut in the 2019 film 'Thorati'. His natural performance in the film was praised by critics along with the film and he was in talks to star in a few more.