Key facts
- Born
- 18 November 1901, Kolhapur State
- Died
- 30 October 1990, Mumbai
- State of birth
- Kolhapur State
- Sector
- Film & entertainment
- Profession
- Indian film director and actor (1901–1990)
- Gender
- Male
Biography
V. Shantaram, also known as Shantaram Bapu, was an Indian film director, producer, screenwriter, actor and editor known for his work in Hindi and Marathi films. Widely regarded as one of the pioneers of Indian cinema, he was known for his socially conscious films, innovative filmmaking techniques and experimentation with colour, sound and cinematography. He is best known for films such as Dr. Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani (1946), Amar Bhoopali (1951), Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje (1955), Do Aankhen Barah Haath (1957), Navrang (1959), Duniya Na Mane (1937), Pinjara (1972), Chaani, Iye Marathiche Nagari and Zunj.
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Timeline
- 1901Born in Kolhapur State
- 1957Awarded the Filmfare Award for Best Director
- 1990Dies in Mumbai
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- Wikidata (CC0) · 3/5
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