Well-known cinematographer and director Jeeva (43) died in Moscow today following cardiac arrest, family sources said. Jeeva was shooting for a Tamil film 'Dhaam Dhoom' starring 'Jeyam' Ravi and Kangana Raut in the Russian capital.

He passed away at 3 am, the sources said.

Jeeva started off as a camera assistant and turned cinematographer later. He worked with Tamil film director Shankar in blockbusters like 'Gentleman,' 'Kadhalan' and 'Indian.'

He has also worked in Bollywood films--'Hul Chul,' 'Bhaagban,' and 'Hera Pheri'. Jeeva turned director with '12B' and 'Ullam Ketkume', which got rave reviews while his recent release 'Unnale Unnale' was a hit.

His body is expected to be brought back to the city tomorrow for the final rites, the sources said. He is survived by wife, who is a costume designer and three children.