Shyam Benegal’s adaptation of Dharamvir Bharati’s novel 'Suraj Ka Satvan Ghoda' has a layered narrative structure. Its non-linear storytelling blurs the line between fiction and reality.
I was exposed to Shyam Benegal because my parents watched his films with great relish. I'm lucky to have watched films such as ‘Ankur’, ‘Mandi’, and ‘Trikal’ while growing up.
Tributes pour in for the veteran filmmaker, who passed away aged 90 Monday. Film fraternity recalls how he pioneered New Wave Cinema, while politicians praise commitment to social issues.
In his prolific career, Benegal made films on diverse issues, documentaries and television serials, including 'Bharat Ek Khoj' and 'Samvidhaan'. He had celebrated his 90th birthday just 10 days ago on 14 December.
Benegal’s 1975 film is violent and brutal, an unflinching gaze on everything that can go wrong in a society where illiteracy is rampant and landlords hold all the power.
Unlike his colleagues from the time of the BJS, several of whom became governors and held other constitutional posts, Malhotra chose to lead a quiet and simple retired life after the massive 2014 victory of the BJP.
SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.
Since 1815, Nepali Gorkhas have served in Indian & British Armies, as well as in Bihar, Bengal & Assam Police. Since Agnipath scheme came in, no Nepal-domiciled Gorkha has enlisted.
What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.
Are you sure, Ms. Gulati?
When I watched the film, I thought it asked-
“Where are the other six idiots? Am I the only one expected to haul this damned chariot?”
Are you sure, Ms. Gulati?
When I watched the film, I thought it asked-
“Where are the other six idiots? Am I the only one expected to haul this damned chariot?”