Dec 23, 2024, 08:45 PM IST
Shyam Benegal, parallel cinema filmmaker, passes away: 10 facts about legendary director
Aman Wadhwa
Widely considered as one of the greatest Indian filmmakers, Shyam Benegal was born in Hyderabad in 1934.
Shyam Benegal became a pioneer of parallel cinema with his movies such as Ankur, Nishant, Manthan, and Bhumika.
Benegal's films Mammo, Sardari Begum, and Zubeidaa form the Muslim women trilogy.
Shyam Benegal was the second cousin of another legendary filmmaker Guru Dutt.
Shyam Benegal served as the chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) twice.
Shyam Benegal studied M.A. in Economics from Osmania University, Hyderabad.
Shyam Benegal had received a record total of 18 National Film Awards.
Shyam Benegal was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest award in cinema, in 2005.
Shyam Benegal was married to Nira Benegal and has a daughter, Pia Benegal.
Shyam Benegal passed away on December 23, 2024, at the age of 90 after a prolonged illness.
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