[1] He is well known for a number of cinematic works including social documentaries, children's films, and television serials.

Gabale worked with critically acclaimed artists including film director V. Shantaram, Marathi writer P.L.

Gabale, originally from Kolhapur, moved to Mumbai and worked with the Rajkamal Studios.

Gabale was a creative director who explored social themes that were hitherto unexplored during his time including one on working women called Postatil Mulgi as well a number of social documentaries exploring the socioeconomic spectrum of post-colonial India.

Gabale also was the recipient of a special recognition from India Gandhi for his film Shatayu Kesari.