Screen Writers Inc. - 33 Masters on the Art and Craft of Screen Writing
What really happens behind the camera? This fascinating collection pulls back the curtain on the writers who've shaped Indian cinema, from blockbuster hits like Dangal and Jab We Met to critically acclaimed films such as Court and Miss Lovely. You'll discover how the minds behind Panchayat and countless other productions actually work, what drives them, and how they navigate the tension between staying true to their vision and keeping audiences in seats. The book captures thirty-three remarkable perspectives spanning Bollywood's mainstream machinery, innovative regional cinema, and the explosive growth of streaming platforms. These aren't polished interviews; they're raw conversations about creative breakthroughs, crushing setbacks, and the messy reality of making stories that move millions. Whether you're someone who devours films obsessively, harbour ambitions to write for screen yourself, or simply wonder how ideas become the narratives we love, you'll find something compelling here. The writers featured are rarely celebrated despite their enormous influence, yet their lessons about craft, persistence, and artistic compromise offer genuine wisdom. This book restores them to their rightful place at the heart of Indian storytelling.
- Author: Mihir Chitre
- Publisher: Om Books International
- Genre: Film & Cinema
- ISBN: 978-9363955035
- Pages: 336 pages