Renowned filmmaker Sumitra Bhave passes away

PUNE: National award winning filmmaker Sumitra Bhave passed away on Monday morning due to prolonged illness.
Bhave, aged 77, was admitted to a private hospital in the city and was undergoing treatment.
Devrai, Doghi, Dahavi Fa, Ha Bharat Maza, among other films were directed by Bhave that won national accolades.
The film 'Kasav' directed by Bhave won the best film award at the 64th National Film Awards, beating 'Dangal'.
Bhave was known for her out-of-the-box content and also for the way she handled social issues in her films.
Bhave has till date directed over 10 films, over 50 documentaries and wrote four television series.
She has also won many international awards for her work.