Behind every powerful story lies the masterful penmanship of talented writers. In the entertainment world, some extraordinary individuals have emerged from humble beginnings in small towns, capturing hearts and leaving an indelible impact on audiences worldwide.
Here is a list of seven small-town writers and their inspiring journeys of soaring to great heights.
Sudip Sharma
Born in Guwahati, Sudip pursued an Mba from Iim-Ahmedabad in 2002. He then moved to Mumbai and joined major Fmcg companies. However, his passion for screenwriting led him to explore this field further, and after writing a short film in 2006, he immersed himself in learning the craft.
In 2014, Sharma made his mark in feature screenwriting with the gripping thriller ‘NH10’, drawing inspiration from real-life honor killing cases. Continuing his success, Sudip collaborated with director Abhishek Chaubey, writing the dialogues and screenplay for the crime drama ‘Udta Punjab’ and ‘Sonchiriya’. Recently, he co-wrote and created ‘Kohrra’, featuring Barun Sobti and Harleen Sethi,...
Here is a list of seven small-town writers and their inspiring journeys of soaring to great heights.
Sudip Sharma
Born in Guwahati, Sudip pursued an Mba from Iim-Ahmedabad in 2002. He then moved to Mumbai and joined major Fmcg companies. However, his passion for screenwriting led him to explore this field further, and after writing a short film in 2006, he immersed himself in learning the craft.
In 2014, Sharma made his mark in feature screenwriting with the gripping thriller ‘NH10’, drawing inspiration from real-life honor killing cases. Continuing his success, Sudip collaborated with director Abhishek Chaubey, writing the dialogues and screenplay for the crime drama ‘Udta Punjab’ and ‘Sonchiriya’. Recently, he co-wrote and created ‘Kohrra’, featuring Barun Sobti and Harleen Sethi,...
- 8/1/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Sudip Sharma, the creator of the recently released crime-drama streaming series ‘Kohrra’, has shared that they shot for the series during the third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic in India, and it greatly helped them to bring in the authenticity.
Sudip said: “What really helps is shooting on location to bring in the authenticity. The Covid third wave scare that we faced actually worked in our favour because we went to Punjab and parked ourselves before the third wave started raging across. And in the process were living the land of Punjab and imbibing its culture.”
Tanya Bami, series head at Netflix, who’s a Punjabi herself, concurred saying the show appeals to the audience across the spectrum.
She said: “The viewing experience truly reflects what the team felt and delivered because they soaked in so much of the vibe of that place that it all shows on the screen...
Sudip said: “What really helps is shooting on location to bring in the authenticity. The Covid third wave scare that we faced actually worked in our favour because we went to Punjab and parked ourselves before the third wave started raging across. And in the process were living the land of Punjab and imbibing its culture.”
Tanya Bami, series head at Netflix, who’s a Punjabi herself, concurred saying the show appeals to the audience across the spectrum.
She said: “The viewing experience truly reflects what the team felt and delivered because they soaked in so much of the vibe of that place that it all shows on the screen...
- 7/28/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, July 24 (Ians) The showrunner of crime-investigative drama ‘Kohrra’, Sudip Sharma has shared his vision on the casting of English actress Rachel Shelley, saying they needed an actor with an experience in Indian shooting conditions, and she delivered a great job.
Rachel was seen as Elizabeth Russell in the Oscar-nominated Bollywood epic 2001 release ‘Lagaan’, starring Aamir Khan in the lead. In ‘Kohrra’ she is seen as Clara Murphy, a character based in the UK.
Sudip called Rachel a fantastic actor, saying she delivered a great job.
“We are all aware of her work. I had seen some of her work outside India as well, but it was also a bit of a practical decision, because I wanted an actor who is used to the madness that shooting can be in India, and it could have been difficult,” Sudip told Ians.
“Shooting web series is tough, we are shooting close to five pages a day,...
Rachel was seen as Elizabeth Russell in the Oscar-nominated Bollywood epic 2001 release ‘Lagaan’, starring Aamir Khan in the lead. In ‘Kohrra’ she is seen as Clara Murphy, a character based in the UK.
Sudip called Rachel a fantastic actor, saying she delivered a great job.
“We are all aware of her work. I had seen some of her work outside India as well, but it was also a bit of a practical decision, because I wanted an actor who is used to the madness that shooting can be in India, and it could have been difficult,” Sudip told Ians.
“Shooting web series is tough, we are shooting close to five pages a day,...
- 7/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, July 24 (Ians) Showrunner Sudip Sharma who is currently basking in the success of the crime-investigative drama ‘Kohrra’, said it’s his curiosity to understand India better, and that’s what drives his urge to travel to different places with his work.
The screenwriter Sudip has an array of work like ‘Pataal Lok’, ‘NH10’, ‘Pari’, ‘Udta Punjab’, ‘Sonchiriya’ based in cities like Delhi-ncr, West Bengal, Chambal, and Punjab.
On his fascination of showcasing stories of different places, Sudip told Ians: “I am really trying to understand this country myself, It’s such a complex and fascinating country with so many regions geography, languages, cultures and subcultures.”
“We are sitting in our homes, offices in cities, we know so little about it. I have this curiosity inside me really to understand this country better, and that’s what takes me to all of these places. I just want to know what these places are about,...
The screenwriter Sudip has an array of work like ‘Pataal Lok’, ‘NH10’, ‘Pari’, ‘Udta Punjab’, ‘Sonchiriya’ based in cities like Delhi-ncr, West Bengal, Chambal, and Punjab.
On his fascination of showcasing stories of different places, Sudip told Ians: “I am really trying to understand this country myself, It’s such a complex and fascinating country with so many regions geography, languages, cultures and subcultures.”
“We are sitting in our homes, offices in cities, we know so little about it. I have this curiosity inside me really to understand this country better, and that’s what takes me to all of these places. I just want to know what these places are about,...
- 7/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, July 17 (Ians) The recently released streaming show ‘Kohrra’ has been receiving a lot of appreciation from the audience for its nuanced storytelling with layered characters. Sudip Sharma, the creator of the show, shared that the inception of the show was actually a poem by Charles Bukowski.
‘Kohrra’ follows the story of an Nri’s murder and the drama that unfolds. Each character in the show is dealing with some or the other situation and has its own dark secrets that make it a compelling watch. This is not just a one-dimensional crime drama that follows just the investigation.
Talking about the genesis of the show, Sudip told Ians: “The show came into being with the idea to explore various facets of love. The genesis of the show was the poem ‘Love is a dog from hell’ by Charles Bukowski. We wanted to explore love and its different forms, be it between two lovers,...
‘Kohrra’ follows the story of an Nri’s murder and the drama that unfolds. Each character in the show is dealing with some or the other situation and has its own dark secrets that make it a compelling watch. This is not just a one-dimensional crime drama that follows just the investigation.
Talking about the genesis of the show, Sudip told Ians: “The show came into being with the idea to explore various facets of love. The genesis of the show was the poem ‘Love is a dog from hell’ by Charles Bukowski. We wanted to explore love and its different forms, be it between two lovers,...
- 7/17/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Showrunner Sudip Sharma, known for his work on the critically acclaimed films like ‘Udta Punjab’, ‘NH10’, ‘Sonchiriya’ among few, has shared his vision for ‘Kohraa’, aiming to delve into the lesser-known aspects of vibrant Indian state, Punjab.
Having previously collaborated with Gunjit Chopra on ‘Udta Punjab’, Sudip knew that Gunjit’s passion for Punjab ran deep, which further fueled his desire to explore this captivating land.
When ‘Kohrra’ was pitched to him, he could immediately sense the unmistakable scent of Punjab calling out to him with its unique charm.
Sudip believes that a story must be intricately woven into its setting, inseparable from the tapestry of its time and place. From the agrarian heartland to the Nri diaspora and the industrial belt, ‘Kohrra’ seeks to capture the essence of Punjab through an unexplored lens.
Shedding light on his experience, he said: “Research is the lifeblood of storytelling. The idea with...
Having previously collaborated with Gunjit Chopra on ‘Udta Punjab’, Sudip knew that Gunjit’s passion for Punjab ran deep, which further fueled his desire to explore this captivating land.
When ‘Kohrra’ was pitched to him, he could immediately sense the unmistakable scent of Punjab calling out to him with its unique charm.
Sudip believes that a story must be intricately woven into its setting, inseparable from the tapestry of its time and place. From the agrarian heartland to the Nri diaspora and the industrial belt, ‘Kohrra’ seeks to capture the essence of Punjab through an unexplored lens.
Shedding light on his experience, he said: “Research is the lifeblood of storytelling. The idea with...
- 7/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Netflix’s upcoming crime investigative drama, Kohrra, promises to take viewers on a captivating journey through the diverse and unseen side of Punjab. Showrunner Sudip Sharma, known for his work on the critically acclaimed films like Udta Punjab, NH10, Sonchiriya among few, shares his vision for the series, aiming to delve into the lesser-known aspects of this vibrant Indian State.
Having previously collaborated with Gunjit Chopra on Udta Punjab, Sudip knew that Gunjit’s passion for Punjab ran deep, which further fuelled his desire to explore this captivating land. When Kohrra was pitched to him, he could immediately sense the unmistakable scent of Punjab calling out to him with its unique charm.
Sudip Sharma believes that a story must be intricately woven into its setting, inseparable from the tapestry of its time and place. From the agrarian heartland to the Nri diaspora and the industrial belt, Kohrra seeks to capture...
Having previously collaborated with Gunjit Chopra on Udta Punjab, Sudip knew that Gunjit’s passion for Punjab ran deep, which further fuelled his desire to explore this captivating land. When Kohrra was pitched to him, he could immediately sense the unmistakable scent of Punjab calling out to him with its unique charm.
Sudip Sharma believes that a story must be intricately woven into its setting, inseparable from the tapestry of its time and place. From the agrarian heartland to the Nri diaspora and the industrial belt, Kohrra seeks to capture...
- 7/12/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Harleen Sethi, who is awaiting the release of her streaming show ‘Kohrra’, happened to have forged a very special connection with her personal self.
For the Netflix show, Harleen got inked, and it has an endearing back story. She even revealed how her character Nimrat from ‘Kohrra’ is very much a part of her.
Getting Gurmukhi script engraved on her hand, Harleen shared a little video of the moment. And the heartwarming note she wrote with it makes the moment even more special.
She wrote: “Nimrat (is) a part of me. As a Mumbai Ki Mulgi I never quite took to my Punjabi roots, rather always ran away from it as a kid. I had a cosmopolitan attitude as someone born and brought up in this city that was considered cooler, but as they say it’s never too late, ‘Kohrra’ was a push in this direction.”
Harleen further added: “Before we started filming,...
For the Netflix show, Harleen got inked, and it has an endearing back story. She even revealed how her character Nimrat from ‘Kohrra’ is very much a part of her.
Getting Gurmukhi script engraved on her hand, Harleen shared a little video of the moment. And the heartwarming note she wrote with it makes the moment even more special.
She wrote: “Nimrat (is) a part of me. As a Mumbai Ki Mulgi I never quite took to my Punjabi roots, rather always ran away from it as a kid. I had a cosmopolitan attitude as someone born and brought up in this city that was considered cooler, but as they say it’s never too late, ‘Kohrra’ was a push in this direction.”
Harleen further added: “Before we started filming,...
- 7/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Netflix’s new series, ‘Kohrra’, explores dysfunctional family dynamics and the dark facets of love and relationship through the overlay of a crime investigation. In partnership with renowned screenwriter Sudip Sharma, filmmaker Randeep Jha, and Clean Slate Filmz Productions to produce an engaging investigative drama that kicks off with the discovery of a murdered Nri just before his wedding in the countryside of Punjab. As the investigation unfolds a world of deceit, secrets and the dramas of dysfunctional families is revealed.
Kohrra boasts an exceptional cast of talented actors including Suvinder Vicky, Barun Sobti, Varun Badola, Harleen Sethi, Rachel Shelly, and Manish Chaudhary, bringing an unparalleled level of authenticity and nuance to the series. Their ability to convey complex emotions and embody the nuances of their characters is truly impressive, making them the perfect fit for the layered and intricate world of Kohrra. The series is a mix of Hindi and Punjabi language,...
Kohrra boasts an exceptional cast of talented actors including Suvinder Vicky, Barun Sobti, Varun Badola, Harleen Sethi, Rachel Shelly, and Manish Chaudhary, bringing an unparalleled level of authenticity and nuance to the series. Their ability to convey complex emotions and embody the nuances of their characters is truly impressive, making them the perfect fit for the layered and intricate world of Kohrra. The series is a mix of Hindi and Punjabi language,...
- 5/24/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
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