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Shyam Benegal
श्याम बेनेगल
Shyam Benegal (14 December 1934 – 23 December 2024) was an Indian film director, screenwriter and documentary filmmaker. Often regarded as a pioneer of parallel cinema, he is considered as one of the greatest filmmakers post 1970s. He has received several accolades, including eighteen National Film Awards, a Filmfare Award and a Nandi Award.
Padma Bhushan Padma Shri in arts Dadasaheb Phalke Award + 3 more honours
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Known for
Documentary Kehta Hai Joker - Centenary Cut 2025 Kehta Hai Joker - Centenary Cut 2025 Film Mujib: The Making of a Nation 2023 
Mujib: The Making of a Nation 2023
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Recognition
Honours & awards
Padma BhushanWinner
Padma Shri in artsWinner
Dadasaheb Phalke AwardWinner
Filmfare Award for Best DirectorWinner
honorary doctor of the University of CalcuttaWinner
IIFA Lifetime Achievement AwardWinner
Selected works
2 credited titles · 2023–252 credits shown
As director
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