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Film on Bhopal gas tragedy in offing
MUMBAI: The filming of producer Ravi Walia‘s Bhopal: A Prayer for Rain is fast progressing. The film is set amidst the real-life Bhopal disaster that had occurred in India on 2 and 3 December, 1984.
The film follows multiple characters‘ lives and dilemmas in the months leading to the 1984 Union Carbide industrial disaster in Bhopal, also known as Bhopal gas tragedy that was the biggest industrial disaster in human history that killed around 2,500 people in roughly two weeks starting the night of 3 December.
Recently, the producer signed character artiste Rajpal Yadav to play an important character in the film. The film has the actor playing the central character of a rickshaw puller whose life turns around as he gets a menial job at the Union Carbide factory. While working there, he watches the safety procedures being ignored and costs being cut. He feels loyal to his employers and keeps silent. But on the fateful night of the gas leak, he gets himself into a spot as the bosses refuse to take responsibility.
The film, directed by Ravi Kumar, also stars Martin Sheen, Mischa Barton, Kal Penn, Fagun Thakrar and Tannishtha Chatterjee in important roles.
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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.
