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Filmmaker, writer, actor, social advocate, mother. Director of Firaaq and Manto. And now, Zwigato. Less and less on social media.

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Nandita Das
1 year
Ting Tong! Aapka Zwigato trailer deliver ho gaya hai! Please rating dena mat bhooliyega ⭐ #ZwigatoTrailer Out Now! #ZwigatoOn17thMarch
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2 years
Today, 13 years ago, on March 20th 2009, Firaaq released. The film is probably more relevant today. If you haven’t seen it, please watch it on Amazon Prime or Youtube. The theme of fear, prejudice, disparity…continues. But not without moments of joy and hope.
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“Bhakti in religion may be a road to the salvation of the soul. But in politics, Bhakti or hero-worship is a sure road to degradation and to eventual dictatorship.” Dr BR Ambedkar, 25th November 1949, last speech in constituent assembly #AmbedkarJayanti
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4 years
At Gateway of India - spontaneous protest- peaceful and solemn- in solidarity with JNU #JNUProtests
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4 years
This is just too sad. I'd worked with #IrrfanKhan in Supari, not our best, but we had a wonderful time together. We met a few times after that & will always treasure the warmth. Not to mention the loss of an incredible actor. Will rewatch his flims to celebrate his life and work.
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A special screening of #Zwigato was held for Hon'ble @CMO_Odisha Mr. Naveen Patnaik. I deeply appreciate his gesture of waiving off entertainment tax. Now many more can watch it. People of #Bhubaneswar please go see your city, your actors & a story that needs to be told.
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Hope those who celebrate Diwali, had a happy one. We did but it was tough for my son & cat to sleep with all those crackers. Never understood how air & noise pollution can give some people joy. But then there is a lot more happening these days that I don’t understand at all!
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1 year
On this day I always remember #manto He died when he was only 42, in 1955. Too early, too young. But left a treasure of stories and through that, Manto lives on.
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4 years
Now on the sets of Virata Parvam with @venuudugulafilm the director and @dancinemaniac the DOP. Despite the stress of speaking Telegu, being on set is always a pleasure!
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2 years
#Odisha is indeed one of the best kept secrets. So glad @KapilSharmaK9 you liked it. Truly grateful for the support we got from the @Naveen_Odisha government and the people. Hope our shoot opens doors for many more.
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2 years
It was a pleasure meeting the honorable CM of Odisha Shri @Naveen_Odisha ji 🙏 thank you for the wonderful hospitality n making us feel at home ❤️ your heart is as beautiful like your state ❤️ #Odisha will stay in my heart forever 🙏 #Gratiude 😇🙏
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1 year
Was most surprised to receive an email from the Library of the Academy of Motion Picture wanting the script of Zwigato for their Permanent Core Collection. Only when stories are rooted in their own contexts, they transcend cultures & become part of world cinema. Happy!!
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1 year
Thrilled to announce that #Zwigato has earned a spot at the prestigious academy of motion picture (Oscar) library. Thank you @TheAcademy for this honour!
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5 years
Been away from gadgets, social media and all that pulls you down. Mountains, river, trees... was so good to get away.
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Can't believe Fire was 23 years. We ought to have come a longer way. Film flashback: ‘Fire’ was the first Indian film to bring women in love out of the shadows via @TheReel_in
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Having been on this journey for long, I know how difficult and slow change is. But the needle is moving and so on our part, we have to ensure it moves fast and in the right direction.
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1 year
The most awaited order is finally arriving! Zwigato will release on March 17, 2023 in Cinemas. It is a heartwarming life-like story about a food delivery rider and his family. Thank you @kapilsharmak9 @shahanagoswami & @nairsameer for being fellow riders.
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6 years
Manto is on Netflix worldwide! Go watch it if you haven’t. #Manto Manto Film​ Nawazuddin Siddiqui​ Rasika Dugal​ Tahir Raj Bhasin​ Rajshri Deshpande​ #rishikapoor Paresh Rawal​ Javed Akhtar​ Gurdas Maan​ Ranvir Shorey​...
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Despite all the challenges a film is emerging @Nawazuddin_S @mantofilm -feels like I'm going back in time with Manto
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5 years
#kanhaiya4Begusarai Tweet to support his nomination. We need him in the Parliament.
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5 years
Today, CPI declared it is fielding @kanhaiyakumar from Begusarai. Watch his recent interview to @khanumarfa of @thewire_in to see why most sensible people, regardless of politics, believe Indian democracy will be enriched by having him in parliament.
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#Zwigato at @MIT tomorrow. Those in the vicinity, pls come and those who know people in the vicinity, pls let them know. Nobel Laureate economist, Prof. Abhijit Banerjee will do a post film conversation with me. Excited!! @ApplauseSocial @KapilSharmaK9 @shahanagoswami @nairsameer
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3 years
Janamdin Mubarak, mere dost, mere Manto @Nawazuddin_S
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5 years
One year ago today, Manto released in India. Since then, it has been travelling the world. It continues to be seen on Netflix. I am overwhelmed by the response and grateful for the opportunities that I get to spread Mantoiyat. This evening will speak about Manto in Bhubaneswar.
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1 year
And here is our poster for the Zwigato release date! See you 1st day 1st show on 17th March 2023!
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4 years
Wrote something in Hindustani. A stream of consciousness. Neither prose nor poetry. Felt like sharing, on an impulse. Spoken words that might resonate with you. Or maybe they won't!
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As a strong supporter of the #MeToo movement, I want to reiterate that I will continue to add my voice to it, despite the disturbing allegations made against my father, which he has categorically denied. I have...
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Janamdin Mubarak #Manto and #Safia Their first names started with S, both wore black rimmed glasses and shared their birth date.
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Overwhelmed by the efforts of the concerned citizens of Pakistan to lift the ban on Manto. Pakistanis defending a film from India shows that we are united in our pursuit of peace, justice and...
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3 years
Goa it is now for us. Hope to read and write more. And reflect!
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@Festival_Cannes
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MANTO by Nandita Das #UCR #Cannes2018
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6 years
#Manto 's daughters, Nuzhat and Nusrat, are in Mumbai! Looking forward to showing @MantoFilm to them. Nervous, but fingers crossed they like it!
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Disappointed that Manto will not be seen in theatres in Pakistan. I was keen as he belongs to both countries equally. Viacom18 Motion Pictures Namrata Goyal...
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4 years
Today!
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8 years
Jignesh Mevani: An introduction to the brilliant face of the Gujarat Dalit agitation via @scroll_in
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6 years
Thank you Nawaz for being my Manto and for trusting me to do justice to it.
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Nawazuddin Siddiqui
6 years
Honored to have received Best Performance By An Actor Award by #ASPA2018 for my favourite film #Manto . This one is Special , winning for the 2nd Time. Thank you Asia Pacific Screen Award & thank you @nanditadas for believing in me #APSA2018
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22 years with 40 films as an actor and 2 as a director, art continues to be a means to an end. The compulsion to share and connect, and the...
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9 years
Congratulations! @ArvindKejriwal @AapYogendra @AamAadmiParty . You won beyond caste, religion and class lines. All the v best for the rest!
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4 years
Not many know about my mother, Dr. Varsha Das. She grew up in a Gandhian family & after retiring as the director of National Book Trust, became the director of the National Gandhi Museum. A full circle! Stories of my grandparents in the freedom struggle were my bed time stories!
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#Zwigato will open the Kaleidoscope section of the 27th International Film Festival of Kerala! Excited for its premiere in India. A step closer to the release! @kapilsharma @shahanagoswami @sameern @applausesocial @deepaksegal @iffklive
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2 years
Thank you!! It’s lovely to wake up to so many heartwarming birthday wishes from friends and strangers alike. Have come a long way since I was this little. But hopefully wiser, calmer and more compassionate.
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It was a packed house. Aisles were full and lines outside were long. Finally the Indian premiere of #zwigato is done! As always, @iffklive audiences were super enthusiastic and engaged. Thank you @iffklive Missed you all - @KapilSharmaK9 @shahanagoswami @nairsameer @samirpatil
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2 years
✅ 🍽️ Your Order is Placed 📦 🛵 Applause Entertainment & Nandita Das Initiatives are thrilled to present the most exciting collaboration of the year.
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@nanditadas
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4 years
Shocked and saddened. And during the lockdown it seems to be peaking. Deeply disturbing situation.
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4 years
Deeply sad. Soumitrada, an incredibly kind, funny & loving person & supremely versatile & authentic performer just left us. So fortunate to have worked with him in Paddakhep & then met many a times. Covid is claiming too many precious lives. Miss you so much. #SoumitraChatterjee
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6 years
Audiences seem to be loving @MantoFilm ... Please watch it in theaters and help spread #Mantoiyat , only numbers will decide how long the film stays in theaters!
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6 years
Gentle reminder - #Manto is being telecasted tonight at 9pm on Rishtey Cineplex and Rishtey Cineplex HD
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3 years
Remembering Manto on this day. Saadat Hasan died at 42 but Manto lives on. @MantoSpeaks_ @Nawazuddin_S @RasikaDugal #Manto
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I am so delighted that Manto is streaming on Netflix since yesterday. Now the widest possible audiences will have a chance to see it. Manto had its world premiere at Cannes in 2018, and since then I have...
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4 years
And we can't even mourn the loss together in these times. Feels very heavy.
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5 months
Been thinking since morning about what our 75th Republic Day means to us, to me. It is imperative to uphold our constitution and our hard earned democracy. But are we doing what it takes to be in solidarity with all those who continue to work towards it. Happy #RepublicDay2024
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4 years
Thank you so much!! Overwhelmed by all the messages that have poured in through the day. Friends and strangers alike. Grateful for your warmth & good wishes. Staying away from gadgets in this blissful Vana, a unique wellness centred. Sharing a glimpse with you. More to come!
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5 years
Gosh! Mine too!
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5 years
This pics gone viral on the net. Cannot get the smile off my face, or the lump out of my throat
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"Watching Manto was like sitting under that dark sky of a moonless night where every whisper becomes precious."
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7 years
"I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it." Voltaire
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@nanditadas deep insight triggers our brain.
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5yrs ago, on this day, Manto was released. If you haven’t see it, pls watch it on @netflix or @JioCinema Grateful to all those who were part of that memorable journey. @Nawazuddin_S @RasikaDugal @Viacom18Studios @Javedakhtarjadu @TillotamaShome @swanandkirkire & many more
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3 years
Got my first shot. Do get yours. Benefits outweigh any apprehensions.
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Saadat Hasan died on this day, 64 years ago, but Manto lives on. While I hope, in some small way, through the film that I have made, I have been able to capture his empathy, his spirit, his courage. It is an ode...
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My first book! I have shared not only my creative, but also my emotional and socio-political journey of making Manto. The images and words tell you a story you didn’t see on screen. It will be in stores by mid Jan!
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The hushed whispers are getting louder and are finally being heard. We all need to be in it together. Let’s give courage to those who want to speak up but haven’t felt able to yet.
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7 years
Om ji, you will be greatly missed. You had somewhat given up on life and just when I thought you were climbing...
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9 years
I'm being falsely quoted Never said all men are rapists. What kind of a stupid generalisation is that? sad that 1 have to even explain this.
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3 years
I am devastated to hear the news. I knew Kamala since I was 18. She was my friend & mentor. She has taught me as much about optimism, as about feminism. As much about life, as about death. And now she is gone. Deeply saddened. Nov 2015 - one of the many fun times we had together.
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6 years
Presenting the official teaser of Manto Film. Nawazuddin Siddiqui | Rasika Dugal | Tahir Raj Bhasin #Manto #CannesWithManto
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Bol ke lab azaad hai! This Independence Day let’s celebrate the freedom that #Manto stood for. Manto Film HP #FilmStoc Viacom18 Motion Pictures Nawazuddin Siddiqui Rasika Dugal Tahir Raj Bhasin #PareshRawal ...
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5 years
Too much speculation! I am doing the film for the script, the director's vision and the role. Had no idea who I was replacing and how does it matter! In Hyderabad, starting to shoot today. Nervous about speaking Telugu! Wish me luck pls!
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Dear Manto Sahab, Janamdin Mubarak! In the midst of shooting madness, challenges galore, you give me the...
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My father, Jatin Das is exhibiting after 7 years in Mumbai. Do come if you can. Here is an interview that will...
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1 year
Mubarak! Dher saari khushiyan aur pyar. @ReallySwara @FahadZirarAhmad ❤️🤗
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Swara Bhasker
1 year
So blessed to be supported and cheered by the love of family and friends like family! Wore my mother’s sari & her jewellery.. made @FahadZirarAhmad wear colour :) and we registered under the #SpecialMarriageAct Now to prep for shehnaii-wala shaadi ♥️✨ @theUdayB
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My side of the story - why films like Manto, despite overwhelming response, don't reach its audiences and how we can break this vicious cycle. We all need to play our part to ensure diverse stories are told and heard.
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It has been really loooooong since I was in my parent's arms like that! sweet memories. In some ways nothing has changed. Hopefully not all innocence is lost and surely not the love. Looking forward to spending time with them. Quality time.
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4 years
In an hour!
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They will pull down @MantoFilm if you don't watch it this week. Save Manto, save independent cinema. Let #Mantoiyat spread!
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Shocking
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#BilkisBanoCase : On Monday, when India celebrated its 75th Independence anniversary, 11 men convicted of rape and murder walked out of the gates of a jail in Gujarat’s Godhra to the cheers of their supporters. @UmangPod explains
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Karni Sena Now Says 'Padmaavat' Glorifies Rajputs: Here's A Reminder Of What Their U-Turn Has Cost India
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5 years
Going to Odisha tomorrow! Looking forward to these rasagullas and more.
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So here's an unpopular opinion. You HAVE NOT tasted great Odia rasgulla until you've relished them fresh at sweet shops along the highway in Pahala in Odisha. Make a pilgrimage all the way to Odisha only to try these rasgullas. I would, again and again and again. #COTROdisha
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Thank you so much @MANJULtoons I hope more people will make the effort to see such films in the theatres. Lives of ‘ordinary people’ matter. #Zwigato
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Recently watched #Zwigato and it really moved me. Thank you @nanditadas for such a fantastic film. I hope to see @KapilSharmaK9 in more meaningful roles like this one.
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Thanks @anuragkashyap72 It also makes you smile. Aankho me nami, hansi labon pe! Hope everyone will go to the theatres to watch it, starting 17th March. @KapilSharmaK9 @nairsameer @ApplauseSocial @shahanagoswami
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Two decades on, a reporter revisits son who lost his mother to hunger – and finds little has changed via @scroll_in
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22 years ago, I did Fire which sowed the seeds of this much needed conversation, that has somewhat found its culmination. In these last two decades I have engaged...
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5 years
Finally somebody is writing about Odiya cuisine. It is truly a best kept secret. Not sure why!
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Incredible 1st meal at Kaka Hotel in Ekamra Haat with Khakaru phulo Bhaja (pumpkin flower fritters), Checcha chingudi (crushed shrimp), Jhudunga Aloo bhajja, Badi churra, Chicken Tarkari, Mutton jhola, Aloo chakata, Daali, Maccha besara & Ghanta tarkari! #COTRodisha
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4 years
Many congratulations! And again, thanks for inviting #Manto and me to Oxford. A memorable evening.
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@Malala
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4 years
Chapter 23! Ready for a quarter-life crisis 🥳 Thank you so much to everyone for all the good wishes
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6 years
You can still watch @MantoFilm at the following theaters: #NowShowing #Manto
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Manto releases September 21st in Indian theaters! Just one more week to go!
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