Madhuri Banerjee
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Madhuri Banerjee | |
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| Born | 9 August 1975 Delhi, India |
| Language | English, Hindi |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Lady Shri Ram College for Women |
| Genre | Fiction, Realistic fiction, Non-fiction |
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Madhuri Banerjee (born August 9, 1975) is an Indian author, columnist, and screenwriter, known for her work in both fiction and non-fiction, as well as her contributions to Indian cinema. She is recognized for her debut novel, Losing My Virginity[1]and Other Dumb Ideas, and her work in the Bollywood film Hate Story 2. Banerjee has also contributed to publications like Asian Age and Maxim, where she wrote a popular relationship column.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Information regarding Banerjee's early life and education is currently limited, but she has expressed an interest in writing and women's issues throughout her career.
Career
[edit]Writing
[edit]Banerjee gained popularity with her debut novel, Losing My Virginity and Other Dumb Ideas, which explored themes of love, self-discovery, and modern relationships. This book established her as a contemporary Indian voice in fiction. Following this, she published multiple other works, expanding her readership.
In addition to her novels, Banerjee co-authored the non-fiction book The Yummy Mummy Guide with actress Karishma Kapoor. The book offers guidance and tips for new mothers, touching on health, lifestyle, and parenting advice.
Journalism
[edit]As a columnist, Banerjee contributed to Asian Age and Maxim, where her relationship columns resonated with readers for their relatable and candid advice.
Film and Television
[edit]Banerjee also ventured into screenwriting, notably contributing to the Bollywood film Hate Story 2, a thriller that gained popularity upon its release. Her versatility across writing and screenwriting has added to her reputation in Indian media.
Documentary Work
[edit]Her contributions to women's issues extend to documentary filmmaking. She received the National Award for her documentary Between Dualities, which sheds light on issues faced by women in Indian society.
Bibliography
[edit]- Losing My Virginity And Other Dumb Ideas (2011)[1]
- Mistakes Like Love And Sex (2012)
- My Yummy Mummy Guide (2013)
- Advantage Love (2014)
- Scandalous Housewives (2014)
- My Clingy Girlfriend (2015)
- Forbidden Desires (2016)
- The Flaky Mummy (2016)[2]
- Life Switch (2023)[3]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Film | Screenplay | Assistant Director | Notes |
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| 2001 | Yaadein | No | Yes | |
| 2001 | Rahul | No | Yes | |
| 2003 | Kuch Naa Kaho | No | Yes | |
| 2014 | Hate Story 2[4] | Yes | No |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "Losing My Virginity and Other Dumb Ideas". Rediff. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ "Madhuri Banerjee | Authors | Rupa Publications". Retrieved 30 November 2023.
- ^ "Madhuri Banerjee". Penguin Random House India. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
- ^ "My Boyfriend is a Feminist…and isn't Afraid to Say It! - Cosmopolitan India". www.cosmopolitan.in. Retrieved 10 October 2024.
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[edit]| International | |
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| National | |
- 1975 births
- English-language writers from India
- Lady Shri Ram College alumni
- Indian women novelists
- Living people
- Indian women columnists
- Indian columnists
- Indian women screenwriters
- 21st-century Indian women writers
- 21st-century Indian writers
- 21st-century Indian dramatists and playwrights
- 21st-century Indian novelists
- Screenwriters from Delhi
- Novelists from Delhi
- 21st-century Indian screenwriters