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.[citation needed]
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.[citation needed] 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.[citation needed]
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.[citation needed] Her versatility across writing and screenwriting has added to her reputation in Indian media.
Documentary Work
[edit]Banerjee's 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.[citation needed]
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