Sanjay Surkar
Director and screenwriter of Marathi cinema
Born
1959
66 years ago
Died
September 27th, 2012
12 years ago — 53 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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Directed films primarily in Marathi cinema, contributing significantly to the industry. Wrote and directed several acclaimed movies that resonated with audiences. Work included socially relevant themes and explored various aspects of Maharashtrian culture. Recognized for crafting compelling narratives and character-driven stories.
Directed 'Shaheed' (2000)
Directed 'Dombivli Return' (2015)
Wrote scripts for multiple Marathi films
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