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Film technician dies after fall on the sets
MUMBAI: A 32-year film technician Tarun Payra died after slipping off a 20-feet high platform on a film set of Ravi Kishan-starrer Jeena Hai Toh Phod Daalo at Madh Island in Mumbai.
It is said that Payra lost his balance on the platform and fell on his head. He was forthwith rushed to the Bhagwati Hospital where he was declared dead on arrival.
Payra was a member of the Shiv Sena‘s cine wing Chitrapat Sena Shakha. Said Shakha president Sangram Shirke, “ We indeed grieve for the departed soul. Having completed all police formalities, we have arranged to send his body to Kolkata to where he belonged.”
On the compensation part, Shirke said that producer Aparna Hosing would be coming to his office this evening when the compensation part would be discussed.”
Shirke now intends to talk to film producers on the safety of all working on the sets of a film’s shoot.
Hindi
Rajesh Ramaswamy exits The Script Room to focus on filmmaking journey
Ad filmmaker steps away from own venture to pursue direction and storytelling
MUMBAI: In a move that has caught the attention of the advertising and creative community, Rajesh Ramaswamy has announced his exit from The Script Room, the company he co-founded, marking the end of a seven-year stint at the helm.
The decision, which came into effect earlier this month, signals a shift in focus for Ramaswamy, who is now looking to immerse himself fully in filmmaking and direction as an independent creative.
Known for blending sharp advertising insight with storytelling craft, Ramaswamy has been instrumental in shaping The Script Room into a creative hub that delivered campaigns, branded content, and original storytelling formats. Over the years, the company collaborated with agencies, directors, and a wide network of writers, while also experimenting with formats such as short films and web series.
Sharing his thoughts on the transition, Ramaswamy indicated that the move is driven by a desire to focus and explore stories he has been developing over time. While he acknowledged the unconventional nature of stepping away from one’s own venture, he also framed it as a necessary leap toward clarity and creative pursuit.
Importantly, The Script Room will continue its operations with its current team and leadership, with Ramaswamy expressing confidence in the group that helped build the company’s identity. The studio, he noted, remains well-positioned to evolve further with fresh talent and ideas.
His exit also reflects a wider industry trend, where experienced advertising professionals are increasingly transitioning into independent filmmaking, tapping into the growing opportunities across digital and long-form content platforms.
As Ramaswamy steps into this new phase, the move underscores a familiar creative instinct, sometimes, the boldest ideas begin with a clean break.
