Love in Filmcity - Debut Novel

Love in Filmcity is an ode to the Hindi film industry, set in 2019 Mumbai. It explores love in all its forms—support, passion, disappointment, loyalty, and more—through real and reel-life stories, blending drama, poetry, and music. The story follows small-town dreamers striving to make their mark in the industry, while examining how their ambitions shape their relationships.

The narrative also highlights underrepresented topics like casting dusky actresses, supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and criticizing the publicity-driven culture of fake relationships. It touches on the role of media and how the COVID-19 pandemic shifted the industry's focus from theatres to streaming platforms, bringing in new stories and talent.

Conceived in 2019, Love in Filmcity is a passion project, developed over three years into a published novel.

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