Legendary Filmmaker Shyam Benegal Passes Away At 90
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Legendary Filmmaker Shyam Benegal Passes Away At 90

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Renowned filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who was unwell for a long time, passed away at the age of 90. Shabana Azmi shared a picture of the celebration on December 15, which featured notable personalities like Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah, Divya Dutta, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Kunal Kapoor, and others. On his birthday, Shyam Benegal told PTI, "We all grow old, but I don't do anything special on my birthday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shabana Azmi About Shyam Benegal Shyam Benegal was renowned for directing iconic films such as Ankur, Nishant, Manthan, Bhumika, Mammo, Sardari Begum, and Zubeidaa, among many others.

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Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah Celebrate Shyam Benegal At His Memorial Meet
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Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah Celebrate Shyam Benegal At His Memorial Meet

ABP News  

Days after filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away, his actor friends Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah on Saturday fondly recalled his “wide, warm smile” and how he stayed true in his pursuit as a creative person. Azmi, who collaborated with Benegal on films like “Ankur”, “Nishant”, “Junoon”, “Susman”, and “Antarnaad”, shared an anecdote about Benegal’s personal life. Shah, who worked with …

Shyam’s body of work is testament to a life well lived: Naseer
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Shyam’s body of work is testament to a life well lived: Naseer

Hindustan Times  

Veteran actor and activist Shabana Azmi was overcome with emotion as she paid a heartfelt tribute to her “mentor, guru, philosopher and friend” at a special gathering honouring filmmaker Shyam Benegal, at the Y B Chavan Auditorium, on Saturday. Mumbai, India – Dec 28, 2024: Memorial to celebrate the life of Shyam Benegal’ an event in remembrance to the legendary …

Filmmaker Shyam Benegal cremated with full state honours
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Filmmaker Shyam Benegal cremated with full state honours

The Hindu  

Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal, a pioneer of the parallel cinema movement in Indian cinema during the 1970s and 1980s, was cremated on Tuesday with full state honors and a three-gun salute. Benegal’s contemporaries, colleagues, and younger generations of actors and artists joined his wife Nira and daughter Pia in paying their last respects to the icon, whose movies vividly captured …

Amitabh Bachchan pays tribute to Shyam Benegal: ‘We have lost another stalwart of film industry'
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Amitabh Bachchan pays tribute to Shyam Benegal: ‘We have lost another stalwart of film industry'

Hindustan Times  

Tributes are pouring in for ace filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who passed away on Monday at the age of 90. Amitabh Bachchan pays tribute to Shyam Benegal. Amitabh Bachchan took to his X account on Tuesday to share his grief as he wrote, “T 5233 - We have lost another stalwart of the Film Industry today. Benegal was honoured with the …

Divya Dutta: ‘Didn’t know Shyam Benegal’s goodbye wave at his 90th birthday celebration would be his last’
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Divya Dutta: ‘Didn’t know Shyam Benegal’s goodbye wave at his 90th birthday celebration would be his last’

Hindustan Times  

In an interview with Hindustan Times, an emotional Divya looks back at the legacy of Shyam, who died on December 23. On her last meeting with Shyam Divya met Shyam for the last time during his 90th birthday celebration on December 14. He responded by saying ‘Why don't you come to the office tomorrow?’ I never knew life was that …

India's legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies at age 90
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India's legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies at age 90

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Shyam Benegal, a renowned Indian …

Legendary Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies at age 90
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Legendary Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies at age 90

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Shyam Benegal, a renowned Indian filmmaker known for pioneering a cinema movement that tackled social issues in the 1970s, has died after chronic kidney disease. His films had craft and conviction.” “Deeply saddened by the passing of Shyam Benegal, whose storytelling had a profound impact on Indian cinema. Benegal was a mentor to top Indian actors including …

President Murmu, VP Dhankhar, and LS Speaker Birla condole Shyam Benegal's demise
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President Murmu, VP Dhankhar, and LS Speaker Birla condole Shyam Benegal's demise

Deccan Chronicle  

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday expressed her condolences to the family of renowned filmmaker Shyam Benegal following his death, referring to it as the "end" of a glorious chapter in Indian cinema.Benegal, a pivotal figure in Indian cinema, passed away on Monday at the age of 90 at Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai Central, where he had been undergoing treatment for chronic …

Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies aged 90
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Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies aged 90

Al Jazeera  

Benegal, a pioneer of new wave cinema in India, was celebrated for his films addressing social issues. Shyam Benegal, the acclaimed Indian filmmaker who spearheaded a new wave cinema movement of the 1970s with films addressing social issues, has passed away at the age of 90 due to chronic kidney disease. Benegal passed away on Monday at Mumbai’s Wockhardt Hospital, …

Shyam Benegal last rites: 18 National Film Award recipient bids adieu with state honours
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Shyam Benegal last rites: 18 National Film Award recipient bids adieu with state honours

India TV News  

Shyam Benegal, known as the father of the Indian parallel cinema movement, is no longer with us. The 18-time National Award-winning director's last rites are being performed on December 24 at Shivaji Park Electric Crematorium in Mumbai. The statement signed by Shyam Benegal's children Neera and Pia Benegal said that the funeral will begin at 2 pm at Shivaji Park …

Demise of Shyam Benegal marks end of glorious chapter of Indian cinema, television: President Murmu
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Demise of Shyam Benegal marks end of glorious chapter of Indian cinema, television: President Murmu

The Hindu  

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday condoled the demise of veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal and said his passing away marks the end of a glorious chapter of Indian cinema and television. Follow Filmmaker Shyam Benegal death reactions LIVE updates "A veritable institution, he groomed many actors and artists. My condolences to the members of his family and his countless admirers," the …

Shyam Benegal (1934-2024): The filmmaker who gave voice to the voiceless
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Shyam Benegal (1934-2024): The filmmaker who gave voice to the voiceless

The Hindu  

A peerless filmmaker who gave voice to the voiceless and documented the idea of India through his rich oeuvre, Shyam Benegal passed away on Monday in a Mumbai hospital at 90. Filmmaker Shyam Benegal death reactions LIVE Be it farmers or sex workers, his protagonists questioned the prevailing social order with searing intensity without resorting to hyperbole for the Dada …

Shyam Benegal death: Politicians, celebs express grief on Indian filmmaker’s demise
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Shyam Benegal death: Politicians, celebs express grief on Indian filmmaker’s demise

Live Mint  

Iconic Indian film director and screenwriter Shyam Benegal took his last breath at Mumbai's Wockhardt Hospital on Monday, December 23. From politicians like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shashi Tharoor, Mamata Banerjee, and Rahul Gandhi to actors like Manoj Bajpayee, India comes forth to bid the cinematic icon Shyam Benegal a farewell through their posts on the social media platform X …

This Shyam Benegal film was shot in 28 days, did silver jubilee in a theatre; starred Shabana Azmi
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This Shyam Benegal film was shot in 28 days, did silver jubilee in a theatre; starred Shabana Azmi

Hindustan Times  

Shyam Benegal was considered one of the finest filmmakers in India. From Manthan to Nishant, Ankur to Bhumika, Shyam Benegal's films fetched him numerous National awards. Starring Shabana Azmi, Ratna Pathak Shah and Smita Patil, the film was a success at the box office too. What Shyam Benegal said In an interview on Unfiltered with Samdish in November 2024, Shyam …

When Shyam Benegal shared he used to be critical of his cousin Guru Dutt's work: ‘He had a very restless mind'
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When Shyam Benegal shared he used to be critical of his cousin Guru Dutt's work: ‘He had a very restless mind'

Hindustan Times  

The filmmaker behind several award-winning films like Ankur, Bhumika, Manthan, and Nishant, Shyam Benegal, passed away at the age of 90. Shyam Benegal revealed why he was envious of Guru Dutt He added, "I mean, I used to envy him, not admire him so much, just envy him because of his success. For the unversed, Shyam Benegal's paternal grandmother and …

‘Pillar of Indian parallel cinema’: Mamata Banerjee, Mallikarjun Kharge mourn Shyam Benegal's demise
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‘Pillar of Indian parallel cinema’: Mamata Banerjee, Mallikarjun Kharge mourn Shyam Benegal's demise

Hindustan Times  

Politicians across the spectrum paid tribute to veteran filmmaker and auteur Shyam Benegal, who passed away on Monday at Mumbai's Wockhardt Hospital due to chronic kidney disease at 90. Prolific filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away at age 90 on Monday West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee offered her condolences to his family, friends and followers and expressed her sadness at …

Shyam Benegal dies: A week back, Shabana Azmi shared legendary filmmaker’s 90th birthday celebration pic
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Shyam Benegal dies: A week back, Shabana Azmi shared legendary filmmaker’s 90th birthday celebration pic

Live Mint  

Legendary film director and screenwriter Shyam Benegal passed away on Monday, December 23. Benegal told the news agency PTI on his 90th birthday, “We all grow old. I cut a cake at the office with my team.” “Some of his actors with Shyam Benegal’s on his 90th birthday Mashallah,” said Shabana Azmi in her post on platform X. Benegal's most …

Shyam Benegal, a giant of Indian cinema, passes away at 90
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1 week, 6 days ago

Shyam Benegal, a giant of Indian cinema, passes away at 90

The Hindu  

Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, a giant of Indian cinema and one of the guiding lights of the Parallel Cinema movement, passed away due to kidney-related ailments in Mumbai on Monday. Benegal, celebrated for poignant and hard-hitting films like Ankur, Nishant, Mandi, Manthan and Zubeidaa, examined the many fault lines of Indian society, tackling issues of feudalism, caste, and women’s emancipation, while …

Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal passes away at 90
1 week, 6 days ago

Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal passes away at 90

Live Mint  

Shyam Benegal, the legendary filmmaker who turned 90 on December 14, passed away on Monday. "Mr Shyam Benegal passed away at 6:38 PM at Wockhardt Hospital Mumbai Central. He was suffering from this for several years but it had got very bad, that's the reason for his death," Shyam Benegal's daughter Pia Benegal told PTI. After the Benegal's demise, filmmaker …

Shyam Benegal, pioneer of Indian parallel cinema, passes away at 90 of chronic kidney disease
1 week, 6 days ago

Shyam Benegal, pioneer of Indian parallel cinema, passes away at 90 of chronic kidney disease

Hindustan Times  

Acclaimed director Shyam Benegal has died at the age of 90. Director, scriptwriter and documentary filmmaker Shyam Benegal at his office in Tardeo, Mumbai, on September 30, 2021 “Yes, he has died. He passed away today at 6.38 pm at Wockhardt Hospital Bombay Central.” Shyam Benegal dies The veteran director celebrated his 90th birthday a few days ago in Mumbai …

Shekhar Kapur, Chiranjeevi to Manoj Bajpayee: Celebs pay tribute to Shyam Benegal
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Shekhar Kapur, Chiranjeevi to Manoj Bajpayee: Celebs pay tribute to Shyam Benegal

India Today  

Celebrated filmmaker Shyam Benegal died on Monday at the Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai. Director Shekhar Kapur paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal. He wrote, "Deeply saddened at the departure of Shri Shyam Benegal,one of the finest film makers and great intellectuals of our country. Deeply saddened at the departure of Shri Shyam Benegal,one of the finest film …

Renowned filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies at 90, was unwell for several days
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Renowned filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies at 90, was unwell for several days

India Today  

Renowned filmmaker Shyam Benegal died on Monday after days of suffering from a chronic kidney-related disease. Shyam Benegal was known for films like Ankur, Mandi, Manthan and more, most of which were released in the mid-70s or 80s, and came to be known as part of parallel cinema in India. Shyam Benegal, born on December 14, 1934, in Hyderabad, hailed …

Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday picture with Shabana Azmi goes viral after death
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Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday picture with Shabana Azmi goes viral after death

India Today  

Renowned filmmaker Shyam Benegal died on Monday at the age of 90. Actor Shabana Azmi, who debuted with Benegal’s Ankur in 1974, shared pictures from the birthday celebration, which remains his last public appearance. The group photo featured prominent names like Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Naseeruddin Shah, Divya Dutta, Shabana Azmi, Rajit Kapur, Atul Tiwari, filmmaker-actor Kunal Kapoor, and others. Some of …

'Profound impact on Indian cinema': PM, other leaders mourn Shyam Benegal
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'Profound impact on Indian cinema': PM, other leaders mourn Shyam Benegal

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has mourned the death of legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who died in Mumbai at the age of 90 on Monday evening. PM Modi, in a post on X, said that Benegal's death deeply saddened him, and said that the filmmaker had a "profound impact" on Indian cinema. "Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Shyam Benegal …

Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday: Film legends gather in one frame
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Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday: Film legends gather in one frame

India Today  

Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah, and other veteran actors reunited for filmmaker Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday on December 14. "Some of his actors with Shyam Benegal’s on his 90th birthday Mashallah," wrote Azmi, while sharing a group photo from the birthday. Take a look: Some of his actors with Shyam Benegal’s on his 90th birthday Mashallah pic.twitter.com/cnDrjAphf2 — Azmi Shabana December …

Filmmaker Shyam Benegal turns 90, says he is working on 2-3 projects
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Filmmaker Shyam Benegal turns 90, says he is working on 2-3 projects

The Hindu  

Turning 90 is a significant milestone, but for some, like filmmaker Shyam Benegal, it is just another day marked by daily routines and ongoing work commitments.Benegal was a pioneer of the Indian parallel cinema movement in the 1970s and 1980s, creating a body of work known for its realism and social commentary. December 14 also marks the 100th birthday of …

Filmmaker Shyam Benegal turns 90, says he is working on 2-3 projects
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Filmmaker Shyam Benegal turns 90, says he is working on 2-3 projects

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, Turning 90 is a significant milestone but for some like filmmaker Shyam Benegal, it is just another day marked by daily routines and ongoing work commitments. Filmmaker Shyam Benegal turns 90, says he is working on 2-3 projects Benegal heralded the Indian parallel cinema movement in the 1970s and 1980s with a body of work that is known for …

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