Shyam Benegal (1934-2024): Parallel cinema genius who made unconventional stars like Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri

Shyam Benegal, the legendary filmmaker renowned for his contributions to Indian parallel cinema, has passed away at the age of 90 after battling a chronic kidney-related illness. Known for his masterpieces such as Ankur, Mandi, Manthan, and Zubeidaa, Benegal revolutionized Indian cinema by tackling social issues with depth and sensitivity. His films, spanning from the 1970s to the 2000s, remain a powerful reflection of Indian society. Benegal was honored with the Padma Shri in 1976 and the Padma Bhushan in 1991 for his outstanding contributions to cinema. Just days before his death, he celebrated his 90th birthday surrounded by friends and family. His passing marks the loss of an iconic figure in the world of Indian filmmaking. #ShyamBenegal #ShyamBenegalPassesAway #IndianCinema #ParallelCinema #FilmmakerTribute #ShyamBenegalFilms #IconicFilmmaker #PadmaShriAwardee #LegendaryDirector #ShyamBenegalLegacy #CinematicGenius #ShyamBenegalDeath #ShyamBenegalMovies #FilmmakerShyamBenegal #RestInPeaceShyamBenegal ~HT.178~GR.122~PR.152~ED.194~