From Small Screen to Big Leaps: Filmmakers Share Their Journey on World TV Day

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As the world celebrates World TV Day, several Bollywood filmmakers who made their mark on the small screen before conquering the big screen share their experiences. Anubhav Sinha, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Karan Razdan, and Kamal Pandey open up about how television helped shape their careers and prepare them for film-making. Tigmanshu Dhulia, known for Haasil (2002) and Bullett Raja (2013), credits TV with teaching him the art of creating quality content within a limited budget. 'TV taught me how to be efficient, creative, and produce results quickly, all on a low budget,' he says. 'These skills helped me when I transitioned to films.' Anubhav Sinha, who debuted with Tum Bin (2001), agrees that TV was a valuable learning experience. 'I created TV shows like Shikhast (1993) and Sea Hawk (1997) with a film-maker's approach, which gave me recognition, financial stability, and a platform to showcase my work.' Karan Razdan, writer-director of Girlfriend (2004) and Hawas (2004), believes that TV helped him develop his writing skills and eventually led to his success in films. 'TV gave me a name, fame, and a career. It also helped me write films like Dilwale (1994) and Trimurti (1995).' Kamal Pandey, who made his film debut with Jahaan Chaar Yaar (2022), credits TV with providing him the opportunity to sustain in Mumbai and eventually transition to films. 'TV helped me write quickly, maintain quality, and adapt to the TRP game, which ultimately helped me write films efficiently and effectively.' These filmmakers' experiences highlight the significance of television as a stepping stone for many Bollywood professionals. While the TV industry is facing challenges, these success stories serve as a reminder of the opportunities and skills that television can provide for aspiring film-makers.