Mumbai, Dec 23 (IANS): Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away at the age of 90 in Mumbai on Monday. Members of the film fraternity shared their condolences on social media in light of the demise of the cinema legend. National Award-winning actor Manoj Bajpayee took to his X, formerly Twitter, and penned a long no.....

Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who pioneered the parallel film movement in India, passed away in Mumbai on Monday.

Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away on Monday. His daughter Pia Benegal confirmed the news.

Shyam Benegal, an Indian filmmaker known for his incisive and socially conscious storytelling, died on Monday. He was 90.

Over his remarkable career, he garnered numerous accolades, including 18 National Awards

Delhi/Mumbai, Dec 23:  President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in mourning the loss of famed film-maker Shyam Benegal, who passed away in a Mumbai private hospital on Monday night. “The passing of Shri Shyam Benegal marks the end of a glorious chapter of Indian cinema and television,” Mumru said in […]

Shyam Benegal,a renowned Indian filmmaker known for pioneering a new wave cinema movement that tackled social issues in the 1970s, has died after suffering from chronic kidney disease.

Benegal was a pivotal figure in Indian cinema, often hailed as a pioneer of parallel cinema during the 1970s and 1980s.

His lens empathetic, rooted to the Indian reality and always political, Shyam Benegal was the arthouse pioneer who rewrote the rules of cinema with films such as "Ankur", "Nishant" and "Bhumika" that blazed an alternate path to mainstream movies.

Shyam Benegal, pioneer of Indian parallel cinema, cremated with state honours; remembered for revolutionizing Indian cinema.

Shyam Benegal’s classic films such as ‘Ankur’, ‘Nishant’ and ‘Manthan’ explore social issues, and are marked by stellar performances

Shabana Azmi, who looked up to the director as her "guru", shared a post on her Instagram stories announcing the time of the cremation

Mumbai, Dec 23 (IANS): Photos from legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday celebration have resurfaced online following the news of his tragic demise. The heartwarming images serve as a poignant reminder of the iconic director's enduring legacy and the lives he touched. The late filmmaker celebrated his mile.....

Shyam Benegal dies: Despite being unwell for a long period, Shyam Benegal remained deeply engaged with his work, continuously working on new projects until the end. His death marks the end of an era in Indian cinema.

Mumbai: Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan has shared that her favourite Shyam Benegal, pioneer of India's parallel cinema, is the 2001 film “Zubeidaa”.

Veteran director and screenwriter Shyam Benegal, often regarded as one of the most influential filmmakers in Indian cinema, has died at the age of 90, leaving behind an irreplaceable legacy.

Filmmakers and stars pay tribute to Shyam Benegal, a master storyteller who redefined Indian cinema with his films.

Photos from legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday celebration have resurfaced online following the news of his tragic demise.

Shyam Benegal dies: The Indian film industry mourns the loss of Shyam Benegal, a visionary filmmaker whose socially relevant, character-driven stories revolutionized Indian cinema and highlighted the struggles of marginalised communities.

Legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal, 90, died on December 23. Celebrities such as Shekhar Kapur, Chiranjeevi, and Manoj Bajpayee paid tribute to the visionary director on social media.

Shyam Benegal dies: Known for his socially conscious storytelling, he tackled issues like gender inequality, class struggles, and the complexities of post-independence India, shaping generations of filmmakers and inspiring lasting change.

Shyam Benegal: A pioneering filmmaker who captured the essence of India through his diverse and impactful cinematic oeuvre.

"He hasn't departed, we have departed from him and seen him off," said Gulzar

Shyam Benegal dies: In his illustrious career, Shyam Benegal made films, documentaries, and television series on diverse themes, including Bharat Ek Khoj and Samvidhaan.

Chairperson of Adani Foundation, Priti Adani, on Monday, said the passing away of one of the pioneers of 'parallel cinema' -- film-maker and National Award winner Shyam Benegal -- marks the end of an era in Indian cinema.

Shyam Benegal, a renowned Indian filmmaker known for pioneering a new wave cinema movement that tackled social issues in the 1970s, has died after suffering from chronic kidney disease. He was 90.

Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heralded the Indian parallel cinema movement in the 1970s and 1980s with films such as 'Ankur', 'Nishant' and 'Manthan', died at a Mumbai hospital on Monday, barely a week after celebrating his 90th birthday.

Shyam Benegal was convinced that Manoj Bajpayee would be the perfect choice to play a royal prince in Zubeidaa.

Manoj Bajpayee wrote, "Shyam Benegal wasnt just a legend, he was a visionary who redefined storytelling and inspired generations"

"He and Nira (Benegal, Shyam Benegal's wife) were a huge support in my difficult days," said Naseeruddin Shah