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Problem 2 - Entrance Test

Which critically acclaimed director, known for his gritty and realistic portrayal of Indian society, made his independent directorial debut with the 1981 film 'Kalyug', a modern-day adaptation of the Mahabharata?

Correct: B

While Govind Nihalani frequently collaborated as a cinematographer with Shyam Benegal on many of his seminal films, 'Kalyug' marked his independent directorial debut. The film, a powerful critique of industrial families and their rivalries, featured an ensemble cast and won the Filmfare Award for Best Film, establishing Nihalani as a significant director in parallel cinema.