Shyam Benegal (1934-2024): Parallel cinema genius who made unconventional stars like Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri

Javed Akhtar on Demise of Indian Film Director ‘Shyam Benegal’, Says, ‘Father of Parallel Cinema’

"Shyam Benegal was undoubtedly the father of parallel cinema. His influence on realistic cinema was profoundly significant," expressed writer and lyricist Javed Akhtar while honoring the late..

Actor Dalip Tahil On the Passing of Shyam Benegal, Says, ‘He Was a Remarkable Human Being’

On the demise of Indian film director and screenwriter Shyam Benegal, Actor Dalip Tahil says, "He made many films, and I had the privilege of working with him on two or three films, including 'Ankur,'..

Boman Irani Mourns Shyam Benegal’s Death, Says 'It Is An End Of An Era Of That Kind Of Cinema '

During Shyam Benegal's funeral, Bollywood star Boman Irani said, "I became an actor, I just wish I had an opportunity to work with him, then one fine day he phoned me many many 35 years later and told..