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Shyam Benegal Passes Away: Akshay Kumar, Manoj Bajpayee, and Shekhar Kapur Pay Tribute to the Legendary Filmmaker
Shyam Benegal, the esteemed filmmaker, passed away on December 23 at the age of 90. Just days before his death, on December 14, he celebrated his birthday surrounded by family and friends from the film industry. Following the news of his passing, numerous stars took to social media to express their sorrow and pay tribute to his remarkable legacy.
Akshay Kumar shared his condolences on X, stating, “Pained to know of Shyam Benegal ji’s demise. One of the finest filmmakers in our country, truly a legend. Om Shanti.
” Manoj Bajpayee, who collaborated with Benegal on Zubeidaa, expressed his grief: “A heartbreaking loss for Indian cinema. Shyam Benegal wasn’t just a legend; he was a visionary who redefined storytelling and inspired generations. Working with him was transformative, exposing me to his unique style and nuanced understanding of performances. I’ll forever be grateful for the lessons I learned under his direction. His legacy will live on in the stories he told and the lives he touched. Rest in peace, Shyam Babu, Om Shanti 🙏🏽
” Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur remembered Benegal’s contribution to cinema: “He created ‘the new wave’ cinema. #ShyamBenegal will always be remembered as the man who changed the direction of Indian cinema with films like Ankur, Manthan, and many others. He turned great actors into stars. Farewell my friend and guide.
” Sonali Kulkarni reflected on her time working with him on Well Done Abba, recalling, “I had the privilege of working with Shyam Babu, who brought so much joy and laughter to the set. I remember my first meeting with him at just 17 years old; despite his towering legacy, he spoke to me with warmth. ” His daughter, Pia Benegal, confirmed the news of his death, saying, “Yes, he has died. The loss is too great.
Shyam Benegal was a celebrated filmmaker, having won multiple National Awards for films such as Bhumika: The Role (1977), Junoon (1978), Arohan (1982), and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten Hero (2004). He was also honored with the Padma Shri in 1976 and the Padma Bhushan in 1991. His contributions to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come.
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