Anupama Chopra Books

In Conversation with the Stars is an extraordinary collection of curated interviews with some of the key figures of Hindi cinema. The artists discuss the art and craft of films on the Film Companion platform.In each of the interactions, film critic Anupama Chopra deep dives into what makes an artist— from Shah Rukh Khan to Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma to Priyanka Chopra—tick, providing a window into the people behind the larger-than-life persona.Through wide-ranging and in-depth discussions that make for a rich reading experience, these conversations also reveal how each of them grapple with both success and failure, and what it really means to be in the spotlight. This is a sparkling look into the lives and work of some of the most glittering stars of Indian cinema.

The Making Of A Classic is a captivating saga about the biggest timeless Indian blockbuster which swayed the silver screen for nearly 5 years in the mid-seventies. It chronicles each and every facet of this Ramesh Sippy magnum opus.Sholay, the very name enthralls all the film aficionados of this nation. In this context, the remark by a renowned film director is noteworthy that Sholay is the watershed between two eras in Bollywood, Sholay BC and Sholay AD. The Making Of A Classic is an endeavor to capture the halo encircling the film. It painstakingly captures all the nitty-gritty behind the film, starting from the conceptualization of the story to the arduous process of casting, moving on to the visualization over two years in a barren, rocky landscape, and finally the first weeks post the film's release across the country.The book is brimming with intriguing anecdotes such as Danny Dengzongpa's exit from the film, Amjad Khan bagging the role of the nefarious bandit, Gabbar Singh, and the steamy romance between Hema Malini and Dharmendra on the sets. The Making Of A Classic was published in the year 2000 to commemorate the silver jubilee of Sholay. Anupama Chopra has been conferred the National Award for 'Best Book on Film' in the Year 2000 for The Making Of A Classic.

Focusing on the art of storytelling, this book is a heartfelt tribute to cinema through the lens of Anupama Chopra's extensive career in Bollywood. It features fifty influential films, artists, and events that have shaped her journey, including icons like Shah Rukh Khan and notable festivals such as Cannes. Blending recommendations with personal remembrances, the work captures nostalgia and passion, celebrating the joy that cinema brings to life. Ultimately, it serves as a testament to Chopra's deep love for the film industry.

King of Bollywood ist das erste umfassende, deutschsprachige Buch über die größte Filmindustrie der Welt und ihre absolute Nummer eins, geschrieben von einer Bollywood-Insiderin. Eine Lebensgeschichte, die so unglaublich ist wie Bollywood selbst: Filmkritikerin Anupama Chopra erzählt Shah Rukh Khans einzigartigem Aufstieg – vom Niemand zum begehrtesten Schauspielstar Indiens, der zur Identifikationsfigur und Projektionsfläche einer ganzen Nation wurde. KING OF BOLLYWOOD ist dabei mehr als ein bloßes Starporträt. Das Buch entführt seinen Leser auf einen fesselnden Streifzug durch die indische Film- und Kulturgeschichte. Eine kulturelle Offenbarung - nicht nur für Bollywood-Fans.