Noted Marathi film critic, writer and journalist Sanjay Kulkarni passed away in Pune today following a brief illness.

He was 64 and is survived by a son. Known for his lucid style, Kulkarni endeared himself to the readers with his analytical articles on Marathi and Hindi films and artistes.

He had a three-decade long stint as a journalist with daily 'Kesari', where he worked in various capacities. Kulkarni also wrote several novels and short stories.