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Veteran Filmmaker Shyam Benegal Passes Away at 90

by TLAteam December 23, 2024December 23, 2024
written by TLAteam December 23, 2024December 23, 2024
Veteran Filmmaker Shyam Benegal Passes Away at 90

Renowned filmmaker Shyam Benegal, a pioneer of Indian parallel cinema, passed away on Saturday in Mumbai. He was 90.

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Known for his groundbreaking films such as Ankur and Manthan, Benegal was celebrated for transforming the trajectory of Indian cinema, introducing a new wave of storytelling that highlighted social realities.

Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur paid a heartfelt tribute to Benegal on X (formerly Twitter), sharing a photo of the legendary director. Kapur wrote, “He created ‘the new wave’ cinema. #ShyamBenegal will always be remembered as the man that changed the direction of Indian Cinema with films like Ankur, Manthan, and countless others. He created stars out of great actors like Shabana Azmi and Smita Patil. Farewell my friend and guide.”

Benegal’s contribution to cinema will remain a cornerstone in Indian film history, inspiring generations of filmmakers and actors alike.

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