As a devoted admirer of Indian cinema, I can hardly express the sorrow that fills my heart upon hearing about the demise of the esteemed filmmaker, Shyam Benegal. His contributions to our cherished cinematic history are immeasurable, and his loss is truly a grievous blow to the industry.
On December 23, 2024, the Indian film industry experienced a profound loss with the passing of Shyam Benegal, a celebrated filmmaker and recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Known for his work on Manthan, Benegal has left an indelible mark on the cinematic history of India. Unfortunately, he passed away this evening. His daughter Pia Benegal confirmed the sad news with a heavy heart. Shortly after, numerous Bollywood stars expressed their condolences on social media following the untimely death of the esteemed Indian film director.
Akshay Kumar was pained to hear about the passing away of Shyam Benegal. Paying his respect to the Indian filmmaker, the actor expressed, “Pained to know of Shyam Benegal ji’s demise. One of the finest filmmakers in our country, truly a legend. Om Shanti.”
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Kumar was accompanied by Kajol, who honored the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and his lasting impact. In a black-and-white photo of Benegal, who died at 90, the actress from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai expressed her sorrow, “I’m profoundly disheartened by the demise of the legendary Shyam Benegal. His impact on Indian cinema is invaluable, and his memory will continue through his remarkable collection of films.
Karan Johar was equally saddened to learn about the passing of the director behind Ankur and Zubeidaa. In honor of his memory, KJo expressed, “Rest in peace, sir…thank you for your films…for cultivating remarkable talent through your stories and for breaking barriers and instilling pride in Indian cinema.
Vicky Kaushal’s father, Sham Kaushal, also expressed sorrow over the passing of the renowned director. Kaushal shared a photo of their interaction with the filmmaker and captioned it, “Sad to hear the news. Shyam babu has passed away. RIP. Only nine days ago we celebrated his 90th birthday at his office.
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Manoj Bajpayee wrote a lengthy tribute on social media (previously known as Twitter), praising the remarkable career of Shyam Benegal. He shared an old photograph featuring himself, the director, and Karisma Kapoor from their film set Zubeidaa. Bajpayee conveyed his emotions by saying, “Indian cinema has suffered a heartbreaking loss. Shyam Benegal wasn’t simply a legend; he was a pioneer who revolutionized storytelling and served as an inspiration to many generations.
In a heartfelt remark, The Family Man actor shared, “Working alongside Shyam Babu in Zubeidaa was a life-changing encounter for me. It introduced me to his extraordinary storytelling technique and deep insight into performances. I’ll always cherish the wisdom I gained under his guidance. It was truly humbling to have worked with him. His impact will continue through the stories he shared and the hearts he touched. Farewell Shyam Babu, Om Shanti.
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Shekhar Kapur, a renowned Bollywood director, penned a tribute to the late filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who is fondly remembered for revolutionizing Indian Cinema with groundbreaking films like Ankur, Manthan, and many more. He not only left an indelible mark on the industry but also nurtured talented actors such as Shabana Azmi and Smita Patil, turning them into stars. Farewell, my friend and mentor.
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Notable personalities such as actress Urmila Matondkar, filmmaker and author Sudhir Mishra, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu, along with several others, expressed their last tributes to the veteran Indian filmmaker on social media.
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2024-12-23 19:52