Tamil director-cinematographer KV Anand passed away on Friday morning and according to reports, he was COVID-19 positive. 

His body was taken directly to Besant Nagar crematorium in Chennai. His family members were allowed to pay homage only for a short time.

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Two weeks ago, KV Anand's wife and daughter had tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Reportedly, they quarantined themselves and sought treatment.

Meanwhile, the filmmaker developed breathlessness and chest pain.

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Due to Covid-19 complications, he suffered a massive heart attack and breathed his last. 

KV Anand's last project was Kaappaan with Suriya, Mohanlal, Arya and Sayyeshaa. The film released in 2019.

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