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Rangan Baradwaj
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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
352
Age Group
18 years and up
Language
English
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Book Summary
Conversations With Mani Ratnam is a paperback that invites readers into the world of Indian cinema through candid interviews with one of its most celebrated filmmakers. This intimate portrait traces the journey from Tamil cinema to international acclaim, revealing the ideas, risks, and artistry behind films that have resonated across the nation. Perfect for fans of Mani Ratnam, students of film, and curious readers, the book carries an inspiring, cinematic tone that celebrates storytelling, collaboration, and innovation.
In Conversations With Mani Ratnam, the author presents a series of frank conversations that feel like a private studio visit. The book combines candid interviews with rich photographs, stills, and script pages to paint a vivid portrait of the filmmaker as both artist and person. It follows his career—from pioneering bilingual releases to collaborations with legendary actors and composers—culminating in projects like Kadal, and invites readers to ride along on his creative process.
Written in a warm, accessible voice, the content unfolds at a cinematic pace, pairing insights with on-set moments and eye-catching visuals that make learning about filmmaking engaging and approachable. Readers get a window into Ratnam’s filmmaking philosophy, the collaborative magic that brought icons to life, and the way language, music, and image fuse to redefine storytelling in Indian cinema.
After finishing Conversations With Mani Ratnam, readers gain a deeper understanding of Ratnam's craft, a renewed appreciation for Indian cinema, and lasting inspiration to explore storytelling with a filmmaker’s eye. It leaves you feeling curious, connected, and confident to engage with films—and to see how smart collaboration and bold choices shape culture.
Product Details
Author
Rangan Baradwaj
Publisher
Penguin Books
Number of Pages
352
Language
English
SKU
BK0033583
ISBN
9780143421108
Reading Age
18 years and up
Dimensions
2.08 x 15.2 x 22.9 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 699
₹ 594
15% Off