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Celebs mourn the demise of Shyam Benegal

Legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal, whose work revolutionised Indian parallel cinema, has died at the age of 90. He passed away on Monday (December 23) evening at around 6:30 pm after a prolonged battle with a kidney-related ailment. His death occurred at Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai, as confirmed by his daughter, Pia Benegal.

Mahesh Bhatt on Shyam Benegal’s impact on Indian cinema

On December 23, Shyam Benegal, a revered figure in Indian cinema, passed away at 90. Renowned director Mahesh Bhatt honored Benegal as a visionary storyteller who depicted the lives of ordinary people with authenticity. Benegal’s influential works, including ‘Ankur,’ ‘Manthan,’ and ‘Bhumika,’ left a lasting impact on Indian cinema, celebrated for their sincerity and depth.

Amrita Rao recalls Shyam Benegal being ahead of his time

Amrita Rao reminisces fondly about working with the legendary director Shyam Benegal, highlighting his discipline, punctuality, and avant-garde filmmaking approach. She shares her gratitude for the opportunity to work with him on ‘Welcome to Sajjanpur’ and remembers the memorable experiences and valuable lessons she gained during their time together.