From Ankur To Zubeidaa: Shyam Benegal’s Most Iconic Films That Will Never Be Forgotten

Shyam Benegal's films continue to inspire and influence generations of filmmakers and audiences alike. Here are some of his films that can never be forgotten.

Take a closer look at Shyam Benegal’s most iconic films, each a masterpiece in its own right.

Ankur (1974): Shyam Benegal's directorial debut, Ankur is a powerful commentary on social inequality and exploitation.

Manthan (1976): This is a powerful socio-political film that follows the story of a cooperative dairy movement in a rural village.

Mammo (1994): Mammo is a heart-wrenching story about an elderly woman, played by Farida Jalal, who, after losing her family in the 1947 partition, attempts to reunite with her estranged relatives.

Bhumika (1977): Starring Smita Patil, ‘Bhumika’ is a semi-autobiographical account of the life of Hansa Wadkar, a Marathi actress.

Mandi (1983): This satirical comedy-drama explores the lives of a group of prostitutes in a small town.

Nishant (1975): In ‘Nishant’, Benegal delves deeper into the socio-political structure of rural India.

Zubeidaa (2001): Starring Karisma Kapoor, Zubeidaa is a romantic drama that explores the complexities of love, loyalty and identity.