Chef Damu, a renowned Tamil culinary expert, who brought the rich flavors of Tamil Nadu to television, has passed away at the age of 72. He served as a judge on Cooku With Comali, a record holder for Guinness World Records, and honored with the Padma Shri. His his death has been sorrowfully remembered by fellow chefs and fans. Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister Vijay offered his condolences, and Chef Sanjeev Kapoor remembered Chef Damu, recalling his 'ever-smiling, cheerful nature'.