Published 21:41 IST, December 23rd 2024
Shyam Benegal Dies: On His 90th Birthday, Renowned Filmmaker Confirmed Working On Three Projects
Shyam Benegal Dies: Veteran filmmaker passed away at the age of 90. The director took his last breath today (Monday) at 6.38 pm in Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai. Follow:
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Shyam Benegal Dies: The veteran filmmaker and Dadasaheb Phalke Award passed away at the age of 90. The director took his last breath today (Monday) at 6.38 pm in Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai Central. He was admitted for the treatment of Chronic kidney disease. Days before his passing, the ace director celebrated his 90th birthday on December 15. Speaking in an interview, the filmmaker confirmed working on 2-3 projects.
Shyam Benegal was determined to work on 2-3 projects despite deteriorating health
Just nine days ago, Shyam Benegal celebrated his 90th birthday. Turning 90 is a significant milestone, but for some, like filmmaker Shyam Benegal, it was just another day marked by daily routines and ongoing work commitments. “We all grow old. I don’t do anything great on my birthday. It may be a special day, but I don’t celebrate it specifically. I cut a cake at the office with my team,” Benegal told PTI.
An inside photo from Shyam Benegal’s birthday | Image: X Des
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