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Nitesh Tiwari's Journey from IIT Bombay to Bollywood's Rs 4,000-Crore Ramayana
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What Happened?
Nitesh Tiwari, an IIT Bombay alumnus, discovered his passion for storytelling during his college years. He is now directing a Rs 4,000-crore Ramayana project.
Key points
- Nitesh Tiwari graduated from IIT Bombay in 1996 with a BTech in Metallurgical Engineering.
- He discovered his passion for theatre and storytelling while living in Hostel No. 4.
- Tiwari directed a successful musical in his final year, winning the PAF shield.
- He worked in advertising for 18 years before transitioning to filmmaking.
- His notable films include Dangal, Chhichhore, and Bhoothnath Returns.
- Tiwari's upcoming Ramayana project has a reported budget of Rs 4,000 crore.
Key insights
- Tiwari's background in engineering complements his storytelling skills in cinema.
- His success in theatre during college laid the foundation for his filmmaking career.
- The Ramayana project could redefine the scale of Indian cinematic productions.
Why it matters
Tiwari's journey illustrates how diverse interests can lead to significant achievements in unexpected fields.
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Source
India Today
