Born in Maharashtra in 1938, the veteran star was known for his acclaimed plays that used historical and mythological narratives to critically reflect on society. It was at Oxford that he wrote his first play Yayati in 1961. In what could have been Girish Karnad's 82nd birthday today, here's a look back to some of his finest works that will remain as treasure for Indian cinema.
The film festival will pay tribute to these Bollywood icons in its homage section.
"We believe his exceptional work will continue to inspire coming generations," read a statement from NFAI.
Veteran actor, filmmaker Girish Karnad passes away at 81.
Karnad passed away at the age of 81 after a prolonged illness in Bengaluru. President Kovind and PM Modi condole demise of Girish Karnad
The 81-year-old actor, who was also branded an Urban Naxal for standing up and fighting for the freedom of expression.
Karnad's death is an end of a glorious era in modern Indian theatre that began in the 60s. He was passionate about theatre from his childhood and that stayed with him till his death.
Girish Karnad is playwright and actor, director and scholar, writer and administrator, translator and public intellectual, who does not shy away from speaking his mind.
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Bengaluru: Jnanpith awardee Girish Karnad has been been threatened he would meet the same end as murdered rationalist MM Kalburgi for raising a demand to rename the Kempegowda International airport in Bengaluru after Tipu Sultan.The
Bengaluru: Under severe attack for his remarks that Bengaluru International airport should have been named after 18th century Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan rather than the city founder Kempegowda, Jnanpith awardee Girish Karnad today offered his
Bengaluru: Jnanpith awardee Girish Karnad today said 18th century Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan would have enjoyed the same status as of Maratha king Chhatrapathi Shivaji, if he was a Hindu and not a Muslim.In another
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