As the second wave of the coronavirus intensifies, many celebrities are getting infected with the disease. Director Thamira, who was admitted to a private hospital in Chennai due to the infection, passed away this morning.
Thamira made his debut in Tamil cinema by directing Rettaisuzhi, a film produced by director Shankar. In the first film itself, he got the honor of directing directors K. Balachander and Bharathiraja. The film also starred Aari and Anjali.
Subsequently, he directed a film called Aan Devathai. It starred Samuthirakani and Ramya Pandian in the lead roles. Following the untimely demise of director Thamira, Ramya Pandian has shared a heartfelt tribute to her director.
She took to Instagram and penned -
I have always been a fan of Thamira sir's script writing abilities. His love and passion for Tamil has inspired many including me.
More than it all what makes him special is the way he treated everyone around him. The entire cast and crew of Aan dhevadhai have always been treated with utmost respect. He would never miss a moment to appreciate talent and that too wholeheartedly. He has supported me and cared for me like one of his family members and this is a personal loss. Thank you sir for everything. You are missed very dearly. Deepest condolences to the family.
#RIPThamira sir 😔 (sic).