Hindi
Om Books launches ‘Dialogues of Pyaasa’
MUMBAI: Om Books International, in association with Hyphen Films, has released Nasreen Munni Kabir’s Dialogue of Pyaasa, Guru Dutt‘s Immortal Classic.
The book costs Rs 450 and is accompanied by a DVD of Pyaasa.
The book was released by Karan Johar in the presence of the late Guru Dutt‘s son Arun Dutt, sister Lalitha Lajmi and Ajay Mago, Publisher, Om Books International.
The dialogue book consists of the film‘s dialogue by Abrar Alvi and songs/poems by Sahir Ludhianvi. These are presented in Hindi, Urdu and English illustrated with photographs of Dutt and his films. It starts with an extensive commentary by Nasreen Munni Kabir.
Speaking at the book launch, Kabir commented, “The intention here is to bring together in a single publication the complete dialogue and songs, so as to fully appreciate their extraordinary depth, and in the commentary and introduction, to provide a fresh in-depth look at Pyaasa by pulling together detailed reference material, personal views, anecdotal insights, film analysis and history which would otherwise be lost.”
Mago said, “I have grown up in a household where Guru Dutt and his films were a frequent topic of discussion amongst family members who were avid cinema buffs. So my childhood years were peppered with lively debates on Kaagaz ke Phool, Sahib, Biwi aur Ghulam, Baaz, and of course Pyaasa. It was only recently that I rediscovered the charm and sheer poetry of Guru Dutt‘s Pyaasa, with its unforgettable songs by Sahir. It is, therefore, an honour for Om Books International to publish The Dialogue of Pyaasa: Guru Dutt‘s Immortal Classic, in association with Hyphen Films. This book also comes with a free DVD of the film, Pyaasa, and I hope the readers shall enjoy both.”
Hindi
Zee5 and Applause Entertainment team up for whodunnit ‘Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa’
Rajat Kapoor directs star-studded murder mystery streaming from 10 April.
MUMBAI: Zee5 is serving up another killer collaboration and this time, the murder mystery comes with a generous side of dark humour and family dysfunction. The streaming platform has partnered with Applause Entertainment and Mithya Talkies to bring Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a fresh, twisted whodunnit written and directed by acclaimed filmmaker and actor Rajat Kapoor. The film will stream exclusively on Hindi Zee5 from 10 April.
The movie reimagines the classic murder mystery genre with a contemporary, darkly comic edge. It revolves around a group of friends and family who smile, drink, and celebrate together until the silence snaps and long-buried secrets spill out. The stellar ensemble cast includes Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, Waluscha De Sousa, Saurabh Shukla, Chandrachoor Rai, Neil Bhoopalam, Koel Purie, Palomi Ghosh, and Rajat Kapoor himself.
This latest offering continues the successful partnership between Zee5 and Applause Entertainment, which has previously delivered diverse hits such as Mithya, Bloody Brothers, and Jab Khuli Kitaab.
&TV Business Head of hindi Zee5 and chief channel officer Kaveri Das said, “Our collaboration with Applause Entertainment has consistently delivered distinct, high-impact storytelling. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a natural progression, reinforcing our focus on genre-led content with a compelling whodunnit premise and a strong ensemble cast.”
Applause Entertainment business head for movies Sunil Chainani added, “This film adds yet another compelling layer to our slate with Rajat Kapoor’s unmistakable voice.”
Rajat Kapoor shared, “What interested me was not just the mechanics of a whodunnit, but the emotional violence that precedes physical violence. These are people who smile at each other, but there’s so much that is not said.”
The film promises razor-sharp writing, layered performances, and simmering tension, inviting viewers not just to solve the crime but to unravel the complex relationships at its heart.
If you love a good murder mystery served with wit and emotional depth, Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa looks set to be your next addictive watch. Mark your calendars, the whodunnit drops on Hindi Zee5 from 10 April.
