​Shyam Benegal

• 24 Dec 2024

On 23rd December, 2024, renowned film director Shyam Benegal, a pioneer of Indian cinema, passed away in Mumbai at the age of 90 after battling chronic kidney disease.

• Shyam Benegal died today at a private hospital in Mumbai, where he had been receiving treatment for chronic kidney disease.
• The legendary director received multiple National Awards for his films such as Manthan (1976), Bhumika: The Role (1977), Junoon (1978), Arohan (1982), Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten Hero (2004), and Well Done Abba (2010).
• His numerous accolades include the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, Padma Shri, and Padma Bhushan, solidifying his place in Indian cinema history.