India, Aug. 16 -- The Indian film industry is quietly mourning the loss of veteran filmmaker Raja Sen, who passed away at 71 after a prolonged illness. Folks knew him for thoughtful storytelling, yes, and also for that steady grasp on human feelings, the kind that sits with you a while. Sen leaves behind a lasting contribution to Indian cinema, not loud, just enduring, like a subtle drumbeat. Now his death has made fellow filmmakers, actors and cinema lovers feel heavy as they recall his work and that dedication to films with meaning.

Who Was Raja Sen? Veteran Filmmaker Remembered for His Contribution to Indian Cinema

He died after a long illness, which only rarely brought him into public view in recent years. But despite his health pro...