Shyam Benegal
About Shyam Benegal
Shyam Benegal (December 14, 1934–December 23, 2024) was a prolific Indian director and screenwriter. With his first four feature films Ankur (1973), Nishant (1975), Manthan (1976), and Bhumika (1977) he created a new genre, which has now come to be called the "middle cinema" in India although he himself has expressed dislike in the term preferring his work to be called New or Alternate cinema.
He was awarded the Padma Shri in 1976 and the Padma Bhushan in 1991. On 8 August 2007, he was awarded the highest award in Indian cinema for lifetime achievement, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2005. He has won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi seven times. Benegal died of kidney disease on 23 December 2024 in Mumbai and is survived by his daughter.
Filmography(4)
| Film | Release Date | Role | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
Light, Shadow, and Me Documentary | 1 Jan 2012 | Self | Released |
 Pride of India: Shama Zaidi Documentary | 1 Jan 2011 | Actor | Released |
 Well Done Abba Comedy | 16 Sept 2010 | Director | Hit |
 Welcome to Sajjanpur Comedy | 19 Sept 2008 | Director | Released |
Career Timeline
4 films · Debut 2008
Frequent Co-stars(8)
Shyam Benegal – Career & Contributions to Hindi Cinema
Shyam Benegal is one of bollywood's celebrated actors, having contributed to 4 hindi films in the hindi film industry (popularly known as bollywood), headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Throughout their career, Shyam Benegal has collaborated with some of bollywood's finest artists, including Manohar Singh Bisht, Ravi Kishan, Ila Arun. These on-screen partnerships have resonated strongly with bollywood audiences.
Shyam Benegal has worked across multiple genres in hindi cinema, including Documentary, Comedy, Drama. This versatility has made them a sought-after name across all kinds of bollywood productions.
Shyam Benegal made their hindi film debut in 2008 with the film Welcome to Sajjanpur. Since then, they have steadily grown into one of bollywood's most recognised faces, building a loyal fanbase across Odisha and among the global bollywood diaspora.
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FAQs about Shyam Benegal
How many hindi films has Shyam Benegal acted in?▼
Shyam Benegal has been part of 4 hindi films in bollywood, spanning genres such as Documentary, Comedy, Drama.
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Shyam Benegal's notable hindi films include "Light, Shadow, and Me", "Pride of India: Shama Zaidi", "Well Done Abba". Visit each movie page on The Cinema Verse for detailed cast, songs and review information.
What is Shyam Benegal's role in hindi cinema?▼
Shyam Benegal works as a Actor in the hindi film industry (bollywood). Shyam Benegal (December 14, 1934–December 23, 2024) was a prolific Indian director and screenwriter. With his first four feature films Ankur (1973), N...
When did Shyam Benegal debut in bollywood?▼
Shyam Benegal made their bollywood debut in 2008 with the film "Welcome to Sajjanpur".
What genres has Shyam Benegal worked in?▼
Shyam Benegal has worked in Documentary (2 films), Comedy (2 films), Drama (1 film) in their hindi film career.