Nandita is a writer and journalist, who has authored a collection of short stories, Nine on Nine and is completing her first novel, Two Worlds. Her articles have been published in the Telegraph, Dainik Bhaskar, the Statesman and the Mid Day. Besides being a broadcast journalist and an art critic, Nandita has written screenplays for commercial as well as non-commercial cinema. Nandita lives in Mumbai with her husband, Om Puri, and her son, Ishaan.
 

Unlikely Hero: Om Puri

Unlikely Hero offers an exclusive glimpse into Om Puri's private life, his struggles and anxieties, and the woes of his heart. Discover the Om Puri no one knows about the tongue-tied actor from Punjab with stars in his eyes; the incorrigible flirt in drama school; the connoisseur of food and expert cook; and the complete family man. Featuring amusing anecdotes with his family, shocking episodes with the stalwarts of Indian and British cinema, and the nail-biting suspense of his love life, the tale is complemented by rare and unusual photographs. Told with wit, honesty, and élan, this book is a fitting tribute to the inspirational tale of Om Puri one of the most talented actors of India.

Category: Non-fiction

Publishing House: Roli Books

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Two Worlds

Imperial 19^th century Calcutta meets the hustle and bustle of manic 20^th century Bombay in this novel. With characters inter-connected across time and generations, Nandita C. Puri presents to us a novel about life, love, social realities and the media world with its ups and down sides. Two strong protagonists hold their own as the world changes around them, battling personal storms, public triumphs and ground realities as they make their way through life.