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Bol Bachchan nets Rs 431 mn in opening weekend
MUMBAI: The Ajay Devgn and Abhishek Bachchan starrer Bol Bachchan, which had an average opening on Friday, did not raise much on Saturday. However, it made up with a huge leap on Sunday to end its opening weekend with net box office collection of Rs 431 million.
Teri Meri Kahaani collected Rs 47 million in its second week, taking its total to Rs 281.5 million.
Gangs Of Wasseypur collected Rs 69 million in its second week and has collected Rs 240 million at the box office so far.
Ferrari KI Sawaari’s third week collection stood at Rs 27 million. The film has raked in a total of Rs 268 million over three weeks.
Rowdy Rathore collected Rs 27 million in its fifth week to take its box office collections to Rs 1.37 billion.
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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.
