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Shyam Benegal Dies: Pioneering Indian Filmmaker Was 90

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Trailblazing Indian auteur Shyam Benegal, known for his socially conscious films, dead at 90, leaving behind a cinematic legacy that inspired generations of filmmakers.
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  • Benegal's 1974 drama 'Ankur' is considered a landmark in the Indian New Wave cinema movement, earning him international acclaim and establishing him as a pioneer of parallel cinema.
  • With over 30 films under his belt, Benegal was renowned for his unflinching portrayals of marginalized communities and his commitment to using cinema as a tool for social change.
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Shyam Benegal, 'Ankur'
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