Shyam Benegal Dead: Acclaimed Indian Filmmaker Was 90
VarietyStory by Naman Ramachandran
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Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal, known for his socially conscious cinema, passes away at 90 after a chronic kidney illness.
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- Benegal's career spanned over 5 decades, blending art with activism and bridging the gap between commercial and art-house cinema in India.
- His daughter confirmed his passing in Mumbai, leaving behind a legacy of thought-provoking films that shined a light on social issues in the country.
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