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. He was 90. His contribution to cinema was recognized as a director, editor and screenwriter. He came into the limelight with films —...

Benegal, known for films such as “Ankur”, “Mandi”, “Nishant”, and “Junoon”, died on Monday at a hospital here due to chronic kidney disease

Legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal was cremated with full state honour on December 24, 2024. An array of celebrities arrived to pay their last respect to Benegal.

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 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.