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'''Bobby''' and '''Sanjay''' are an [[Indian people|Indian]] [[screenwriter]] duo working in [[Malayalam cinema]].<ref>http://www.mathrubhumi.com/movies/interview/362345/</ref> They are the sons of the actor [[Prem Prakash]] who is the brother of the late veteran actor [[Jose Prakash]].<ref>http://www.sify.com/movies/bobby-sanjay-on-a-roll-news-malayalam-lbnqgLbdaab.html</ref> |
'''Bobby''' and '''Sanjay''' are an [[Indian people|Indian]] [[screenwriter]] duo working in [[Malayalam cinema]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mathrubhumi.com/movies/interview/362345/ |title=Archived copy |accessdate=2013-12-15 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20131215012025/http://www.mathrubhumi.com/movies/interview/362345/ |archivedate=2013-12-15 |df= }}</ref> They are the sons of the actor [[Prem Prakash]] who is the brother of the late veteran actor [[Jose Prakash]].<ref>http://www.sify.com/movies/bobby-sanjay-on-a-roll-news-malayalam-lbnqgLbdaab.html</ref> |
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== Career == |
== Career == |
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Bobby and Sanjay are noted scriptwriters in [[Malayalam films]]. They started their film career by scripting [[Sibi Malayil]]'s ''[[Ente Veedu Appuvinteyum]]'' (2003), which was a great critical and commercial success in Kerala. Their second bigscreen venture ''[[Notebook (2006 film)|Notebook]]'' (2006) was directed by [[Rosshan Andrrews]]. They were able to incorporate several contemporary themes including teenage pregnancy in the film, which has a cult following amongst youngsters of Kerala.<ref>{{Cite web| url = http://www.hindu.com/fr/2006/09/15/stories/2006091500070200.htm | work = [[The Hindu]] | title = Snapshots of school life | date = 2006-09-15 | accessdate = 2011-01-25}}</ref> In 2010, they scripted the film ''[[Traffic (2011 film)|Traffic]]'', which is widely credited to have led to a [[New Wave (Malayalam film movement)|new wave in Malayalam cinema]]. They worked for more than two years to complete the scripting of ''Traffic'', which was inspired by true incidents.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/arts/cinema/article804622.ece|title=It happened one day... |author=Vijay George|date=September 30, 2010|publisher=''[[The Hindu]]''|accessdate = 2011-01-25}}</ref> The film was very well received in Kerala. They associated again with Rosshan Andrrews for the film ''[[Casanovva]]'' (2012), which was one of the costliest Malayalam films of the time. The film was met with scathing reviews and dismal box office collections and was voted as one of the most disappointing films of the year 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/slide-show/slide-show-1-south-the-most-disappointing-malayalam-films-of-2012/20130118.htm|title=The Most Disappointing Malayalam Films of 2012|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/10-disappointing-films-of-2012-imagegallery-Malayalam-nbdlvqeidie.html?post_ad=1|title=10 disappointing films of 2012|publisher=}}</ref> Their next work ''[[Ayalum Njanum Thammil]]'', directed by [[Lal Jose]] centred on a committed senior doctor and an irresponsible junior doctor and, the film, through their relationship, portrayed a vivid picture of the medical profession. The film was one of the most successful films of the year and won numerous accolades including four [[Kerala State Film Awards]]. In 2013, they associated for the third time with Rosshan Andrrews in the film ''[[Mumbai Police (film)|Mumbai Police]]''. The film was a huge box office success and earned very good reviews;<ref>Deepa Gauri. ''The best of Malayalam cinema in 2013'' 26 December 2013 [[Khaleej Times]] |
Bobby and Sanjay are noted scriptwriters in [[Malayalam films]]. They started their film career by scripting [[Sibi Malayil]]'s ''[[Ente Veedu Appuvinteyum]]'' (2003), which was a great critical and commercial success in Kerala. Their second bigscreen venture ''[[Notebook (2006 film)|Notebook]]'' (2006) was directed by [[Rosshan Andrrews]]. They were able to incorporate several contemporary themes including teenage pregnancy in the film, which has a cult following amongst youngsters of Kerala.<ref>{{Cite web| url = http://www.hindu.com/fr/2006/09/15/stories/2006091500070200.htm | work = [[The Hindu]] | title = Snapshots of school life | date = 2006-09-15 | accessdate = 2011-01-25}}</ref> In 2010, they scripted the film ''[[Traffic (2011 film)|Traffic]]'', which is widely credited to have led to a [[New Wave (Malayalam film movement)|new wave in Malayalam cinema]]. They worked for more than two years to complete the scripting of ''Traffic'', which was inspired by true incidents.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/arts/cinema/article804622.ece|title=It happened one day... |author=Vijay George|date=September 30, 2010|publisher=''[[The Hindu]]''|accessdate = 2011-01-25}}</ref> The film was very well received in Kerala. They associated again with Rosshan Andrrews for the film ''[[Casanovva]]'' (2012), which was one of the costliest Malayalam films of the time. The film was met with scathing reviews and dismal box office collections and was voted as one of the most disappointing films of the year 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/slide-show/slide-show-1-south-the-most-disappointing-malayalam-films-of-2012/20130118.htm|title=The Most Disappointing Malayalam Films of 2012|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/10-disappointing-films-of-2012-imagegallery-Malayalam-nbdlvqeidie.html?post_ad=1|title=10 disappointing films of 2012|publisher=}}</ref> Their next work ''[[Ayalum Njanum Thammil]]'', directed by [[Lal Jose]] centred on a committed senior doctor and an irresponsible junior doctor and, the film, through their relationship, portrayed a vivid picture of the medical profession. The film was one of the most successful films of the year and won numerous accolades including four [[Kerala State Film Awards]]. In 2013, they associated for the third time with Rosshan Andrrews in the film ''[[Mumbai Police (film)|Mumbai Police]]''. The film was a huge box office success and earned very good reviews;<ref>Deepa Gauri. ''The best of Malayalam cinema in 2013'' 26 December 2013 [[Khaleej Times]] {{cite web|url=http://www.khaleejtimes.com/citytimes/inside.asp?xfile%3D%2Fdata%2Fcitytimes%2F2013%2FDecember%2Fcitytimes_December198.xml%26section%3Dcitytimes |title=Archived copy |accessdate=2014-01-22 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140102124957/http://www.khaleejtimes.com:80/citytimes/inside.asp?xfile=/data/citytimes/2013/December/citytimes_December198.xml§ion=citytimes |archivedate=2014-01-02 |df= }}</ref> a critic from [[Sify.com]] called the film "one of the best films to have emerged from Malayalam cinema in a long time."<ref>[http://www.sify.com/movies/mumbai-police-review-malayalam-15028048.html "Mumbai Police Film Review"]. Sify.com. Retrieved 27 April 2014.</ref> In 2014, they associated with Rosshan Andrrews for the fourth time, in ''[[How Old Are You? (film)|How Old Are You]]'', which marked the return of ace actress [[Manju Warrier]] to cinema after a sabbatical of over a decade.<ref>Sivalakshmi Roshith (5 December 2013). [http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/How-Old-Are-You-Unveiling-the-Male-Female-Bond/2013/12/05/article1927850.ece#.UzM3-vl5P_E "How Old Are You: Unveiling the Male-Female Bond"]. ''The New Indian Express''. Retrieved 27 April 2014.</ref> |
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| Occupation | Screenwriter |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Parent(s) | Prem Prakash, Daisy Luke |
Bobby and Sanjay are an Indian screenwriter duo working in Malayalam cinema.[1] They are the sons of the actor Prem Prakash who is the brother of the late veteran actor Jose Prakash.[2]
Career
Films
Bobby and Sanjay are noted scriptwriters in Malayalam films. They started their film career by scripting Sibi Malayil's Ente Veedu Appuvinteyum (2003), which was a great critical and commercial success in Kerala. Their second bigscreen venture Notebook (2006) was directed by Rosshan Andrrews. They were able to incorporate several contemporary themes including teenage pregnancy in the film, which has a cult following amongst youngsters of Kerala.[3] In 2010, they scripted the film Traffic, which is widely credited to have led to a new wave in Malayalam cinema. They worked for more than two years to complete the scripting of Traffic, which was inspired by true incidents.[4] The film was very well received in Kerala. They associated again with Rosshan Andrrews for the film Casanovva (2012), which was one of the costliest Malayalam films of the time. The film was met with scathing reviews and dismal box office collections and was voted as one of the most disappointing films of the year 2012.[5][6] Their next work Ayalum Njanum Thammil, directed by Lal Jose centred on a committed senior doctor and an irresponsible junior doctor and, the film, through their relationship, portrayed a vivid picture of the medical profession. The film was one of the most successful films of the year and won numerous accolades including four Kerala State Film Awards. In 2013, they associated for the third time with Rosshan Andrrews in the film Mumbai Police. The film was a huge box office success and earned very good reviews;[7] a critic from Sify.com called the film "one of the best films to have emerged from Malayalam cinema in a long time."[8] In 2014, they associated with Rosshan Andrrews for the fourth time, in How Old Are You, which marked the return of ace actress Manju Warrier to cinema after a sabbatical of over a decade.[9]
Television
Bobby and Sanjay scripted the television serial Avicharitham (2004), that was telecast in Asianet for a period of 40 days. The serial won them critical acclaim and several accolades including the TV Critics Awards.[10] Bobby and Sanjay had also scripted for a serial named Avasthantharangal (Mikhayelinte Santhathikal). The lead role in this serial was played by their uncle and veteran actor Jose Prakash.[11]
Personal life
Bobby and Sanjay are brothers and are nephews of the veteran actor Jose Prakash. Their father, Prem Prakash, is also a film actor and producer. Their mother is a retired English professor from BCM College Kottayam. They have a younger sister. Bobby, the elder brother, is a practising physician and is settled in Kottayam. Sanjay is settled in Kochi.[12] Sanjay studied at St Joseph College, Mannanam for his B.Ed. Degree. Both of them did their schooling at Pallikkoodam, Kalathilpady.
Filmography
| Name | Year | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ente Veedu Appuvinteyum | 2003 | Sibi Malayil | Remade in Tamil as Kannadi Pookal |
| Notebook | 2006 | Rosshan Andrrews | Lead roles with new faces |
| Traffic | 2011 | Rajesh Pillai | Won, Kerala State Film Award for Best Screenplay Won, Kerala Film Critics Award for Best Script Won, Lohithadas Award for Best Script Won, Asianet Film Award for Best Script Won, Asiavision Movie Award for Best Screenplay Won, Mathrubhumi Film Award for Best Screenplay Won, Kochi Times Award for Best Script Won, Amrita Film Award for Best Script Won, Reporter TV Film Award for Best Script Remade in Tamil as Chennaiyil Oru Naal |
| Casanovva | 2012 | Rosshan Andrrews | Big-budget movie |
| Ayalum Njanum Thammil | 2012 | Lal Jose | WON, Kerala State Film Awards for Best Popular Film, Best Actor, Best Director, Best Comedian WON, Filmfare Award for Best Malayalam Film, Best Director (Malayalam) WON, Amritha TV Award for Best Screenplay WON, Reporter TV Award for Best Screenplay |
| Mumbai Police | 2013 | Rosshan Andrrews | Won, Kerala State Film Award for Best Screenplay |
| How Old Are You | 2014 | Rosshan Andrrews | Remade in Tamil as 36 Vayadhinile |
| Nirnnayakam | 2015 | V.K Prakash | WON Kerala State Award for Best Supporting Actor. |
| Naale Ravile | 2015 | Rosshan Andrrews | |
| School Bus | 2016 | Rosshan Andrrews | |
| Untitled Kamal Haasan starrer[13][14][15] | 2016 | Rosshan Andrrews |
References
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2013-12-15. Retrieved 2013-12-15.
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- ^ "Snapshots of school life". The Hindu. 2006-09-15. Retrieved 2011-01-25.
- ^ Vijay George (September 30, 2010). "It happened one day..." The Hindu. Retrieved 2011-01-25.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "The Most Disappointing Malayalam Films of 2012".
- ^ "10 disappointing films of 2012".
- ^ Deepa Gauri. The best of Malayalam cinema in 2013 26 December 2013 Khaleej Times "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2014-01-02. Retrieved 2014-01-22.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help)CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ "Mumbai Police Film Review". Sify.com. Retrieved 27 April 2014.
- ^ Sivalakshmi Roshith (5 December 2013). "How Old Are You: Unveiling the Male-Female Bond". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 27 April 2014.
- ^ "TV critics' awards announced". The Hindu. 2005-02-19. Retrieved 2011-02-28.
- ^ http://www.filmydum.com/top-stories/2831/bobby-sanjay-screenplays-are-hit-in-theatres-
- ^ "WordPress › Error".
- ^ "Spreading his wings: Rosshan Andrrews". 4 June 2015 – via The Hindu.
- ^ "Kamal Haasan To Play The Lead In Roshan Andrews & Bobby-Sanjay Movie". 9 June 2015.
- ^ "Kamal Haasan in Mollywood with a Roshan Andrews film". 7 June 2015.