The news of passing away of the acclaimed director Shyam Benegal came out as a news of deep sorrow, breaking thousands of hearts altogether. The man who introduced the real and beautiful meaning of Indian cinema left the world at the age of 90. As the news came out, individuals and groups across the nation turned up to express their condolences. From Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to country President Draupadi Murmu, the entire country has sent warm tributes to the deceased’s family.
PM Modi Pays Tribute To Shyam Benegal
PM Narendra Modi took to his X to pay his tribute to director Shyam Benegal. He penned, “Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Shyam Benegal Ji, whose storytelling had a profound impact on Indian cinema. His works will continue to be admired by people from different walks of life. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.“
Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Shyam Benegal Ji, whose storytelling had a profound impact on Indian cinema. His works will continue to be admired by people from different walks of life. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 23, 2024
President Of India Sends Condolences
President Draupadi Murmu also showed her condolences to the man who gave us all about the Indian cinema. “The passing of Shri Shyam Benegal marks the end of a glorious chapter of Indian cinema and television. He started a new kind of cinema and crafted several classics. A veritable institution, he groomed many actors and artists. His extraordinary contribution was recognised in the form of numerous awards including Dadasaheb Phalke Award and Padma Bhushan. My condolences to the members of his family and his countless admirers“, the president lady wrote in her post. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar also send warm tributes, while also praising him for his good-old work.
The passing of Shri Shyam Benegal marks the end of a glorious chapter of Indian cinema and television. He started a new kind of cinema and crafted several classics. A veritable institution, he groomed many actors and artists. His extraordinary contribution was recognised in the…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) December 23, 2024
Several Political Leaders Paid Tribute
Leader of the opposition party, Rahul Gandhi, sharing a picture of director wrote on his X, “Saddened by the passing of Shyam Benegal ji, a visionary filmmaker who brought India’s stories to life with depth and sensitivity. His legacy in cinema and commitment to social issues will inspire generations. Heartfelt condolences to his loved ones and admirers worldwide.”
Saddened by the passing of Shyam Benegal ji, a visionary filmmaker who brought India’s stories to life with depth and sensitivity.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) December 23, 2024
His legacy in cinema and commitment to social issues will inspire generations. Heartfelt condolences to his loved ones and admirers worldwide. pic.twitter.com/J6ARdNiVNV
In addition to them, several notable political leaders like Mallikarjun Kharge, Mamata Bannerjee, and Nitish Kumar also paid their tributes to the passing away of Shyam Benegal.
पद्म श्री एवं पद्मभूषण से सम्मानित प्रसिद्ध फिल्म निर्देशक, पटकथा लेखक तथा निर्माता श्याम बेनेगल जी का निधन दुःखद। उनके निधन से फिल्म एवं कला जगत को अपूरणीय क्षति हुई है। दिवंगत आत्मा की चिर शांति के लिए ईश्वर से प्रार्थना है।
— Nitish Kumar (@NitishKumar) December 23, 2024
Saddened by the demise of our iconic filmmaker Shyam Benegal. A pillar of Indian parallel cinema, he was loved and admired by all connoisseurs.
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 23, 2024
My condolences to his family, friends and followers.
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