‘Finish Of Superb Chapter Of Cinema’: President, PM Modi Condole Shyam Benegal’s Demise

Final Up to date:December 24, 2024, 00:02 IST

The filmmaker breathed his final on the Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai.

Famend filmmaker Shyam Benegal handed away on the age of 90 on Monday, after days of affected by a persistent kidney-related illness. The filmmaker breathed his final at Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai.

Leaders throughout the get together traces condoled the loss of life of Bengal saying that the passing away of the filmmaker marked the top of the fantastic chapter of the Indian cinema.

President Droupadi Murmu condoled Benegal’s loss of life and highlighted his achievements saying that he began a brand new type of cinema and crafted a number of classics

“The passing of Shri Shyam Benegal marks the top of an excellent chapter of Indian cinema and tv. He began a brand new type of cinema and crafted a number of classics. A veritable establishment, he groomed many actors and artists. His extraordinary contribution was recognised within the type of quite a few awards together with Dadasaheb Phalke Award and Padma Bhushan. My condolences to the members of his household and his numerous admirers,” the President stated in a publish on X.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed grief over the passing away of Benegal and stated, “Saddened by the demise of Shri Shyam Benegal Ji. A Padma Bhushan recipient and a visionary filmmaker, his pioneering works significantly enriched the panorama of Indian cinema. Shri Benegal’s pathbreaking movies addressed social realities with unmatched depth and sensitivity. His contribution to artwork, tradition and storytelling will all the time be remembered with deep respect. My heartfelt condolences to his household and admirers on this troublesome hour.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi additionally condoled the loss of life of Benegal saying that the filmmaker’s storytelling had a profound impression on Indian cinema.

“Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Shyam Benegal Ji, whose storytelling had a profound impression on Indian cinema. His works will proceed to be admired by folks from completely different walks of life. Condolences to his household and admirers. Om Shanti,” he stated on X.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge stated that Benegal’s great contributions to the artwork type left an indelible mark.

“We’re deeply saddened by the passing of legendary filmmaker, Shyam Benegal, a towering determine in Indian cinema and a real pioneer of the parallel cinema motion. His great contributions to the artwork type, marked by thought-provoking storytelling and a profound dedication to social points, go away an indelible mark. His works like ‘Bharat, Ek Khoj’ primarily based on Pandit Nehru’s ‘The Discovery of India’ and the sequence ‘Samvidhaan’, which is predicated on the Constituent Meeting debates are a priceless reference level for younger audiences. Recipient of the celebrated Padma Bhushan and Dadasaheb Phalke Award, together with 18 Nationwide Movie Awards, his legacy will proceed to encourage generations of filmmakers. Our heartfelt condolences to his household, mates and admirers,” he stated on X.

Congress chief and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi stated that the filmmaker’s legacy in cinema and dedication to social points will encourage the generations.

“Saddened by the passing of Shyam Benegal ji, a visionary filmmaker who introduced India’s tales to life with depth and sensitivity. His legacy in cinema and dedication to social points will encourage generations. Heartfelt condolences to his family members and admirers worldwide,” he stated on X.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condoled the loss of life saying, “Saddened by the demise of our iconic filmmaker Shyam Benegal. A pillar of Indian parallel cinema, he was beloved and admired by all connoisseurs. My condolences to his household, mates and followers.”

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath additionally condoled the demise of veteran filmmaker, saying that it’s an “irreparable loss” to the movie trade.

In a publish on X in Hindi, Adityanath stated, “The demise of famend movie producer-director ‘Padma Bhushan’ Shri Shyam Benegal ji is extraordinarily unhappy and an irreparable loss to the cinema world.” The chief minister stated Benegal had an unforgettable contribution in giving Indian cinema a brand new and distinctive id on the planet. “I pray to Lord Shri Ram to grant salvation to the departed soul and provides power to his bereaved household and followers to bear this immense sorrow. Om Shanti!” he stated.

Congress chief and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi stated that Benegal was a real companion who communicated with society and time by means of artwork.

“Shyam Benegal ji introduced alive on display the tales of anguish, battle and alter of the Indian society. The sensitivity of ‘Nishant’, the message of ‘Manthan’, and the philosophy of ‘Bharat Ek Khoj’ – every of his creations is an inspiration. He was a real companion who communicated with society and time by means of artwork. At this time an period of public voice in cinema has ended. Humble tribute,” she stated on X.

Mahrashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated, “It’s a tragic event that well-known director Shyam Benegal simply handed away. He introduced parallel cinema to the forefront. He obtained many nationwide awards. His service to Indian cinema is incomparable and his departure is an finish to an epoch. I pay my homage to the departed soul.”

Shyam Benegal’s profession spanned over 5 many years, cementing his place as a pioneering filmmaker in Indian cinema. He made his debut within the movie trade with the 1974 film Ankur. His subsequent movies, similar to “Nishant” (1975), “Manthan” (1976), and “Bhumika” (1977), solidified his popularity as a masterful director, incomes him quite a few nationwide and worldwide accolades.

Later, Benegal additionally made a number of critically acclaimed movies like “Mandi” (1983), “Trikaal” (1985), and “Sardari Begum” (1996). His final launch was Mujib: The Making of a Nation, which hit theatres in 2023.