Shyam Benegal was born in Hyderabad to Sridhar B Benegal, a prominent photographer. He was also the second cousin of the legendary Indian auteur Guru Dutt ...

Shyam Benegal, a pivotal figure in Indian cinema ... His series "Bharat Ek Khoj" (1988), based on Jawaharlal Nehru's "The Discovery of India", was widely regarded as a seminal work in Indian ...

But in its 34 years, the festival has only honoured two Indian film personalities -- Om Puri in 2001 and now, Benegal. At the official tribute to Benegal held at the historic Sheridan Opera House ...

The moment I was first called, I mean, I literally stood at attention. What was it like working with Benegal? It was my first lead role, to make matters more exciting for me. And when you're ...

Pioneer of India’s parallel cinema movement dies at 90 - Benegal, celebrated for classics like Ankur and Manthan, shaped Indian cinema with socially impactful storytelling ...