Angry Young Men

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Salim-Javed, the legendary screenwriters of 70’s Hindi cinema co-wrote 24 films in 11 years, of which 20 were blockbusters. They created the Angry Young Man the brooding anti-hero who captured the imagination of an entire nation. Like the character, Salim Khan & Javed Akhtar, two outsiders, defied all odds and rose to superstardom. Hindi cinema never saw a cultural collaboration as powerful again.

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S1 E1 - Main Phenke Hue Paise Nahin Uthata
19. august 2024
43min
16+
The origin story of Salim-Javed, the legendary screenwriters of Hindi cinema, who co-wrote 24 films, of which 20 were mega hits, including Zanjeer, Deewaar, Sholay and Don. Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar were two ‘outsiders’ who came to Bombay with only dreams and rose to superstardom, on their terms. This is a story of resilience, defiance and chutzpah.
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S1 E2 - Mere Paas Maa Hai
19. august 2024
46min
16+
The story behind the creation of the character of ’Vijay’ (immortalised by Amitabh Bachchan) who set the screen on fire and connected deeply with an entire nation. Discover how their personal stories and experiences influenced their writing - creating unforgettable characters, and timeless dialogue. And also, how their meteoric rise to success became a test of their partnership.
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S1 E3 - Kitne Aadmi Thay?
19. august 2024
47min
13+
The story of the first failure after many successes, and its impact. What happened when the partnership faltered and there were upheavals in their personal lives at the same time? A deeply personal account of life after the split and the legacies they have created. Also a look into the position of the Hindi film writer today and whether the journey is any easier now.
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