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Paan Singh Tomar writer Sanjay Chouhan passes away at 62
Mumbai: With deep sorrow The Screenwriters Association (SWA) has informed us of the demise of their beloved screenwriter and fellow member, Sanjay Chouhan on 12 January. He was extremely talented and devoted to his craft, and his contribution to the field of screenwriting and Indian cinema is invaluable.
Sanjay’s career was an impressive one and he wrote some of the most acclaimed feature films including Paan Singh Tomar, I am Kalam, Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara, and Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster. His work was incredibly influential, paving the way for many artists today.
He joined SWA as an executive committee member in the year 2016. He led the way for many initiatives benefiting the members during his tenure and was part of the welfare committee from 2016-18. He was the convener of the fifth Indian screenwriters conference and served as the co-convener during the recently held sixth Indian screenwriters conference. He was also serving as the vice-president of SWA till his last time.
An inspiring writer and a very warm person whose presence will be missed dearly by all of us in the community especially at the SWA office.
SWA pays homage to the talented writer and an activist for writer’s rights.
May he rest in peace and our prayers for his family during this time of sorrow.
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Marico founder Harsh Mariwala’s book Harsh Realities set for film adaptation
Almighty Motion Picture taps Karan Vyas to script Marico story
MUMBAI: Almighty Motion Picture is turning its lens on India Inc., with plans to adapt Harsh Realities: The Making of Marico into a screen project. The story charts the rise of Harsh Mariwala, the chairman and founder of Marico, and is currently in early development, according to a report by Variety.
Writer Karan Vyas, known for his work on Scam 1992, Scoop and Made in India – A Titan Story, is attached to pen the screenplay. The project continues the studio’s growing interest in real-life Indian narratives that blend business with human drama.
At the heart of the story lies a defining moment in 1987, when Mariwala chose to step away from the family-run Bombay Oil Industries and strike out on his own. What followed was not just the creation of a company, but the reinvention of a legacy. Marico would go on to become a global FMCG player, with brands like Parachute, Saffola, Set Wet and Livon becoming household names, reaching nearly one in three Indians.
The source material, co-authored by Mariwala and renowned business strategist Ram Charan, offers more than a boardroom chronicle. It captures the grit behind the growth, the risks behind the rewards and the leadership lessons forged along the way.
The adaptation aims to move beyond balance sheets and brand milestones, focusing instead on the person behind the enterprise. Expect a narrative that leans into the emotional stakes of entrepreneurship, where decisions are as personal as they are professional.
Today, Marico draws about a quarter of its revenue from international markets across Asia and Africa, reflecting its steady transformation from a domestic player into a multinational force. Yet, if the makers have their way, the screen version will remind audiences that every global success story begins with a leap of faith.
With development set to begin soon, this is one business story that may just trade spreadsheets for storytelling, and profit margins for moments that linger
