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V. Shantaram, Indian actor, director, and producer (born 1901)

On October 30, in the year 1990, V. Shantaram, Indian actor, director, and producer (born 1901). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of October 30, one of 438 recorded events on this date across all of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including V. Shantaram. Learn more below.

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.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on October 30, 1990 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 26 September 2026.

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Notable Deaths 2012 Oct 30 Franck Biancheri, French politician (born 1961)
Notable Deaths 2012 Oct 30 Samina Raja, Pakistani poet and educator (born 1961)
Notable Deaths 2012 Oct 30 Dan Tieman, American basketball player and coach (born 1940)
Notable Deaths 2010 Oct 30 Harry Mulisch, Dutch author, poet, and playwright (born 1927)
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Notable Deaths 2006 Oct 30 Clifford Geertz, American anthropologist and author (born 1926)
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V. Shantaram

Indian film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor (1901–1990)

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