New Delhi [India], August 30: The book launch of the book titled “1975 The Year That Transformed Bollywood ‘ by Pratik Majumdar, organised by Jashn event management & Promoters at Oxford Bookstore, Kolkata.
Pratik is a passionate cinephile, music enthusiast, & Published author of a collection of short stories. Pratik Majumdar began his career in advertising, working both in India and London . Pratik has amassed collection on Blu – Rays , DVD’s & Vinyl records over the years .1975 the year that transformed Bollywood is his second book as an author and his first book on Cinema.
The book launch welcome address was delivered by the MD of Jashn Events, Mrs Seema Saxena.
The launch ceremony was done in the presence of a few honourable guests, Mr Atri Bhattacharya (Additional Chief Secretary ,Sundarban Affairs, Government of West Bengal), Mrs Mousumi Sengupta ( Popular Columnist, author & motivational speaker ), Pandit Bickram Ghosh (Renowned Indian tabla player, composer and film scorer) & Jaya Seal Ghosh (An Indian actress and a Bharatnatyam dancer).
The book launch was followed by a book discussion with the honourable guests , where they discussed the cinema of 1975 & its music . The audience dived into the discussion and enjoyed the parts of the book .
The year 1975 to Bollywood is what 1939 is to Hollywood – the greatest year in the history of film of the respective industries. Sholay, Deewaar, Pratiggya, Aandhi, Mausam, Khel Khel Mein, Warrant, Chupke Chupke, Mili, Nishant and then … who can forget the jaw-dropping success of Jai Santoshi Maa! Rarely a year sees the release of such a great number of films that go on to become cult classics. With iconic films, leading actors, film-makers and music composers, shelved movies from that year, and the impact of the Emergency on Hindi films, this guide to 1975’s Bollywood offers wholesome information with fulsome entertainment.
Pratik said he has always been fond of these Bollywood movies and always wanted to write and share about these movies, music & stories behind them to the new generation.
After an insightful discussion, the author took some questions from the eager audience and shared his journey of writing this book.
A few questions on the book were asked by Khushi Rungta.
The book cover, the title and the content of the book received lots of appreciation.
The event started with a mesmerising musical performance by Indranil & later the author signed the books for the readers & the closing was done with a vote of gratitude by Jashn event’s team & by Bindiya Mujumdar to all the audience.
The book is available in leading bookstores and e-commerce portals.
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