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Anil Kapoor unveils first look of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s ‘Mirzya’
MUMBAI: Actor Anil Kapoor unveiled the logo of his son Harshvardhan Kapoor’s debut movie Mirzya, which is directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra.
The film is being presented by Cinestaan Film Company and ROMP Pictures.
The story of Mirzya has been written by poet and lyricist Gulzar, with music created by the musical trio of Shankar Ehsaan Loy. The film is shot by Polish DOP Pawel Dyllus and has been edited by P. S. Bharathi Mehra.
Apart from Harshvardhan Kapoor, the film also introduces Saiyami Kher and Anuj Chaudhary.
Mirzya is an epic love story that plays out in contemporary times – inspired by the folk tale of The legend of Mirza – Sahiban. The film unfolds filled with heightened drama and action packed sequences in the larger than life visual terrain of Rajasthan, juxtaposed with flashes of the fantastical universe of the folklore.
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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.
