Promising Young Cinematographer Krishna KR Dies
Promising young cinematographer Krishna KR died in Kashmir due to cardiac arrest following a chest infection. She was 30.
“It is with profound sorrow that we inform you of the untimely demise of our dear member, Ms. Krishna KR, earlier this morning. She passed away due to a cardiac arrest following a chest infection while on a shoot in Kashmir,” Women in Cinema Collective announced in a social media post.
Onmanorama reported that Krishna was admitted to the Srinagar Government Medical College Hospital on December 23. After initial treatment she had shown improvement, however a sudden cardiac arrest caused her death.
The cinema body also said that Krishna was an accomplished cinematographer and an active member of WCC, admired for her talent, passion, and unwavering zeal for her craft. “Her contributions to the collective and the film fraternity will always be remembered with deep respect and admiration,” the statement added.
The funeral will be held in Perumbavoor. “We will share further details as they become available. Our thoughts and prayers are with Krishna’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. May her soul rest in peace,” the statement added.
