Legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away at the age of 90, following a battle with chronic kidney disease, as confirmed by his daughter Pia Benegal. His death has shocked the film industry, with celebrities like Shekhar Kapur, Kajol, Akshay Kumar, Chiranjeevi, and Manoj Bajpayee sharing heartfelt tributes and memories.
Manoj Bajpayee expressed his grief on X, calling Shyam Benegal's death a "heartbreaking loss." Sharing a photo from the set of ‘Zubeidaa’, Bajpayee remembered Benegal as a visionary who reshaped storytelling and inspired generations. He called working with him a transformative experience, grateful for the lessons learned.
Akshay Kumar also shared his condolences, describing Benegal as "one of the finest filmmakers in our country" and a true legend.
Filmmaker Sudhir Mishra reflected on Shyam Benegal's work, noting the underlying sadness in his films and their portrayal of an imperfect world.
Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi expressed his grief on X, calling Benegal "one of the finest filmmakers and intellectuals." He praised Benegal for discovering and nurturing India's brightest film talents, with his films forming a cultural treasure.
Shekhar Kapur remembered Benegal as the creator of "new wave" cinema, highlighting his role in shaping stars like Shabana Azmi and Smita Patil.
