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Dhawan’s Chasme Baddoor rakes in Rs 193 mn in opening weekend
MUMBAI: David Dhavan‘s remake of Sai Paranpye‘s classic Chashme Baddoor by the same name did well in its opening weekend. Patronised by youth, the film has collected Rs 193 million in its first three days.
Sajid Khan‘s Himmatwala, a poor adaptation of the 1983 film of the same name, fared poorly. A shoddy affair, the film collected about Rs 367.5 million for its first week. The film is reported to have dipped further in its second week.
Bipasha Basu starrer horror Aatma collected Rs five million in its second week taking its two week total to Rs 88.5 million.
Court room drama and comedy Jolly LLB sustained well to add Rs 23.5 million in its third week to take its three week tally to Rs 302 million.
Mere Dad Ki Maruti collected Rs 12 million in its third week taking its three week total to Rs 113 million.
Abhishek Kapoor‘s Kai Po Che has added Rs four million for its sixth week which takes its six week total to Rs 490 million.
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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.
