India, April 29 -- Legendary Malayalam filmmaker and cinematographer Shaji N Karun, known for his pathbreaking films and distinctive style of movie making, died Thiruvananthapuram on Monday, people aware of the matter said. He was 73. Karun had been unwell for some time and was battling health issues, they said. His debut film, Piravi (1988), was screened at nearly 70 international film festivals, and his second film, Swaham (1994), was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes. His Vanaprastham (1999) was also screened at Cannes Film Festival. Karun's films have won seven national awards and as many Kerala State Awards. htc
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