Days after filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away, his actor friends Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah on Saturday fondly recalled his “wide, warm smile” and how he stayed true in his pursuit as a creative person.

A memorial was held to honor veteran director Shyam Benegal who recently passed away at the age of 90. Prominent actors including Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah attended the event. Benegal was known for his impactful films on socio-political themes and received numerous accolades throughout his career,

A memorial service was held on8 for Late Filmmaker Shyam Benegal who died on4. Bollywood personalities including Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar, Naseeruddin Shah and Urmila Matondkar attended the service organised for Late Filmmaker Shyam Benegal.

Shyam Benegal, the legendary filmmaker, died at 90 on December 23, 2024. A memorial service in Mumbai was attended by stars, including Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah, and Javed Akhtar, to celebrate his life and work.

Filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away on December 23, 2024. His memorial service was attended by Naseeruddin Shah, Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, Urmila Matondkar and others.

Veteran actors Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar, Urmila Matondkar, and other Bollywood celebrities gathered for a prayer meeting in honour of legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal.

Veteran actors Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi-Javed Akhtar, Urmila Matondar and other Bollywood celebs attended Legendary Filmmaker Shyam Benegal's Prayer. Celebrity Event Images