A Suitable Boy review: Mira Nair crafts an unsubtle and tedious adaptation
4 years, 8 months ago

A Suitable Boy review: Mira Nair crafts an unsubtle and tedious adaptation

Live Mint  

A Suitable Boy, one of the finest novels ever written in the English language, is a test match of a book: endless and structurally mighty, intricate yet digressing, its romance as much in the uneventful as in the unforgettable. The justification from the makers may be that many of the English lines in Seth’s book aren’t actually spoken in English, or by English-speaking characters. In Basu Chatterjee’s Byomkesh Bakshi series nearly 30 years ago, characters meant to be speaking in Bangla instead speak lovely Hindi. Ishaan Khatter is an utter revelation as Maan Kapoor, the dashing gadabout, smitten with the world at large—“It’s a hoot,” he laughs, when accused of thinking everything’s a joke—and specifically with Saeeda Bai, the courtesan.

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A Suitable Boy: Where love is intricate and the personal is political
4 years, 4 months ago

A Suitable Boy: Where love is intricate and the personal is political

Hindustan Times  

I first read Vikram Seth’s A Suitable Boy in the mid-2000s. Seth’s novel in tracing a 19-year-old girl, Lata’s choice of spouse from among three suitors, lays out how an individual’s quest for companionship is shaped by society, and, in so doing, convincingly explains how the personal is political. This certainly runs the risk of not being able to capture …

A Suitable Boy: Suitably nostalgic, suitably Bollywood
4 years, 5 months ago

A Suitable Boy: Suitably nostalgic, suitably Bollywood

Deccan Chronicle  

Cast: Tanya Maniktala, Ishaan Khattar, Tabu, Mahira Kakkar, Ram Kapoor, Danesh Razvi, Gagandev Riar, Shubham Saraf, Rasika Dugal, Vivek Gomber, Aamir Bashir, Geeta Agarwal Sharma, Shahana Goswami, Namit Das, Vivaan Shah, Mikhail Sen, Vinay Pathak, Joyeeta Dutta, Vijay Varma, Vijay Raaz, Manoj Pahwa, Ranvir Shorey, Namit Das Direction: Mira Nair Rating: **** Streaming on Netflix in English and Hindi Can …

A Suitable Boy Review: BBC web series by Mira Nair is beautiful but bland
4 years, 5 months ago

A Suitable Boy Review: BBC web series by Mira Nair is beautiful but bland

India Today  

Independent India preparing for its first election in 1952 is little different from India preparing for just about any election today, nearly 70 years later. Vikram Seth's A Suitable Boy, adapted into a 6-part miniseries by Mira Nair, firmly sticks to this broad canvas, as it paints a familiar familial tale of love, hate and everything in between. WATCH THE …

A Suitable Boy review: Mira Nair's marriage of the personal and the political is a patchy road to mild fulfilment
4 years, 5 months ago

A Suitable Boy review: Mira Nair's marriage of the personal and the political is a patchy road to mild fulfilment

Firstpost  

Language: English, Hindi, Bengali On paper, there could not have been a better duo to adapt Vikram Seth’s sprawling 1993 novel A Suitable Boy than Mira Nair and Andrew Davies. Similarly, the Indian-American director has made her own the various film adaptations of bestsellers like Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake, William Makepeace Thackeray’s Vanity Fair, and Mohsin Hamid’s The Reluctant Fundamentalist. …

A Suitable Boy review: Mira Nair’s unsuitable adaptation is partially redeemed by Ishaan Khatter, Tabu
4 years, 5 months ago

A Suitable Boy review: Mira Nair’s unsuitable adaptation is partially redeemed by Ishaan Khatter, Tabu

Hindustan Times  

A Suitable Boy Directors: Mira Nair, Shimit Amin Cast: Tanya Maniktala, Ishaan Khatter, Tabu, Ram Kapoor, Namit Das A Suitable Boy review: Ishaan Khatter as Maan Kapoor and Tabu as Saeeda Bai in Mira Nair’s adaptation of Vikram Seth’s novel. Satisfying whatever cravings you might have had for more episodes of Indian Matchmaking, the BBC’s A Suitable Boy, available on …

A Suitable Boy: Ishaan Khatter, Tanya Maniktala, Ram Kapoor on being part of the adaptation of Vikram Seth's novel
4 years, 5 months ago

A Suitable Boy: Ishaan Khatter, Tanya Maniktala, Ram Kapoor on being part of the adaptation of Vikram Seth's novel

Firstpost  

Based on Viktam Seth’s expansive 1993 novel, A Suitable Boy is set in 1951 and follows the story of Lata Mehra as she resists her mother’s quest for a life partner for her teenage daughter. It was a “no brainer,” say some, while nearly all the actors say working with Nair was on their “bucket list.” Based on Seth’s expansive …

Mira Nair's 'A Suitable Boy' to Premiere on Netflix in October
4 years, 5 months ago

Mira Nair's 'A Suitable Boy' to Premiere on Netflix in October

News 18  

Mumbai: Streaming platform Netflix on Friday announced that the much-awaited series adaptation of A Suitable Boy from filmmaker Mira Nair will premiere on October 23. An official adaptation of acclaimed author Vikram Seth”s classic novel of the same name, the six-part drama has already aired on BBC in the UK and Ireland. Seth’s novel charts the fortunes of four large …

A Suitable Boy trailer: Ishaan Khatter, Tabu’s love challenges society in a newly independent India, to release on Oct 23
4 years, 5 months ago

A Suitable Boy trailer: Ishaan Khatter, Tabu’s love challenges society in a newly independent India, to release on Oct 23

Hindustan Times  

As Mira Nair’s A Suitable Boy is set to stream in India, a new trailer of the drama that captures the mood in a newly independent India has been shared on Netflix. A Suitable Boy trailer: Ishaan Khatter romances Tabu in Mira Nair’s series. The show also stars Vinay Pathak, Vijay Varma, Vijay Raaz, Shahana Goswami, Ranvir Shorey, Rasika Dugal, …

A Suitable Boy review round-up: Mira Nair's BBC drama series feels 'uncomfortably old school'
4 years, 8 months ago

A Suitable Boy review round-up: Mira Nair's BBC drama series feels 'uncomfortably old school'

Firstpost  

A Suitable Boy, adapted for screen by Andrew Davies, will soon release in India on Netflix. A Suitable Boy premiered to mixed reviews from critics, who lauded the show for its massive Indian cast and crew, but did point out its stereotypical portrayal of India. Here is a compilation of the reviews so far “For all its good intentions, this …

A Suitable Boy review: Mira Nair crafts an unsubtle and tedious adaptation
4 years, 8 months ago

A Suitable Boy review: Mira Nair crafts an unsubtle and tedious adaptation

Live Mint  

A Suitable Boy, one of the finest novels ever written in the English language, is a test match of a book: endless and structurally mighty, intricate yet digressing, its romance as much in the uneventful as in the unforgettable. The justification from the makers may be that many of the English lines in Seth’s book aren’t actually spoken in English, …

Mira Nair ahead of A Suitable Boy premiere: ‘I just vowed to direct the adaptation of it’
4 years, 8 months ago

Mira Nair ahead of A Suitable Boy premiere: ‘I just vowed to direct the adaptation of it’

Hindustan Times  

Filmmaker Mira Nair says she always wanted to live in and witness the era of 1950s India, a wish that she is now fulfilling with her upcoming BBC series A Suitable Boy. An official adaptation of acclaimed author Vikram Seth’s classic novel of the same name, A Suitable Boy hits television screens in the UK on Sunday, with a diverse …

It is Massive Yet Intimate Saga, Says Mira Nair Ahead of 'A Suitable Boy' Premiere
4 years, 8 months ago

It is Massive Yet Intimate Saga, Says Mira Nair Ahead of 'A Suitable Boy' Premiere

News 18  

Filmmaker Mira Nair says she always wanted to live in and witness the era of 1950s India, a wish that she is now fulfilling with her upcoming BBC series "A Suitable Boy". An official adaptation of acclaimed author Vikram Seth's classic novel of the same name, "A Suitable Boy" hits television screens in the UK on Sunday, with a diverse …

‘We have only seen glimpses of Indian culture’: Why ‘A Suitable Boy’ is a milestone for Asian representation
4 years, 8 months ago

‘We have only seen glimpses of Indian culture’: Why ‘A Suitable Boy’ is a milestone for Asian representation

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “We have seen glimpses and flashes of Indian culture, but A Suitable Boy is part-fiction, …

Mira Nair ahead of 'A Suitable Boy' premiere: It is a massive yet intimate saga
4 years, 8 months ago

Mira Nair ahead of 'A Suitable Boy' premiere: It is a massive yet intimate saga

India TV News  

Mira Nair ahead of 'A Suitable Boy' premiere: It is a massive yet intimate saga An official adaptation of acclaimed author Vikram Seth's classic novel of the same name, Mira Nair directorial 'A Suitable Boy' hits television screens in the UK on Sunday, with a diverse cast of over 100 actors from India and around the world. Filmmaker Mira Nair …

A Suitable Boy: Ishaan Khatter, Tanya Maniktala are all set for celebration in new still
4 years, 8 months ago

A Suitable Boy: Ishaan Khatter, Tanya Maniktala are all set for celebration in new still

Hindustan Times  

A new still from the upcoming BBC One TV series A Suitable Boy found its way to the Internet. The picture shows actors Ishaan Khatter and Tanya Maniktala in a celebratory mode. A Suitable Boy stars Ishaan Khatter, Tabu, Ram Kapoor, Rasika Dugal, Tanya Maniktala among others in prominent roles. The novel, set in post-Independence India, is the story of …

Working on A Suitable Boy has been an enriching experience: Ishaan Khatter
4 years, 8 months ago

Working on A Suitable Boy has been an enriching experience: Ishaan Khatter

India TV News  

Actor Ishaan Khatter on Saturday said working on Mira Nair's BBC series "A Suitable Boy" has been a great learning experience. His next project is “A Suitable Boy”, an adaptation of Vikram Seth’s sweeping tale of four families set in the post-Partition era. "‘A Suitable Boy' has been an enriching experience and I’m ever so excited for people to see …

A Suitable Boy Trailer: Tabu and Ishaan Khatter's chemistry stands out in this Mira Nair series
4 years, 8 months ago

A Suitable Boy Trailer: Tabu and Ishaan Khatter's chemistry stands out in this Mira Nair series

India TV News  

The much-awaited trailer of A Suitable Boy is now out. The Mira Nair show, adapted from Vikram Seth's much-feted novel of the same name, casts Ishaan as Maan Kapoor, the rebellious son of politician Mahesh Kapoor. Based on the best-selling novel, A Suitable Boy starts 26th July on BBC One and @BBCiPlayer," Ishaan captioned the video. Expressing his excitement about …

A Suitable Boy: Mira Nair is a visionary who brought this book to life, says Namit Das
5 years, 3 months ago

A Suitable Boy: Mira Nair is a visionary who brought this book to life, says Namit Das

India Today  

Actor Namit Das has wrapped up the Lucknow shoot of filmmaker Mira Nair's A Suitable Boy series. Namit, who has previously featured in films like Sui Dhaaga and Pataakha, said the schedule was extremely special and he can't wait for the audience to watch the show. Based on the 1993 book by Vikram Seth, the series revolves around spirited university …

A Suitable Boy first look out: Ishaan Khatter cannot take his eyes off a gorgeous Tabu
5 years, 3 months ago

A Suitable Boy first look out: Ishaan Khatter cannot take his eyes off a gorgeous Tabu

India Today  

The first look of Mira Nair's A Suitable Boy has been released. Ishaan Khatter also shared the photo on his Instagram handle and wrote, "A Suitable Boy. Apart from Tabu and Ishaan, A Suitable Boy also stars Tanya Maniktala, Rasika Dugal, Savita Kapoor, Randeep Hooda, Shefali Shah, Ram Kapoor and Shahana Goswami, among others, playing pivotal roles. While it is …

Ishaan Khatter reveals first look of Mira Nair's BBC series A Suitable Boy, shares a leisurely moment with Tabu
5 years, 3 months ago

Ishaan Khatter reveals first look of Mira Nair's BBC series A Suitable Boy, shares a leisurely moment with Tabu

Firstpost  

Ishaan Khatter shared the first still of A Suitable Boy, featuring him alongside Tabu, on his Instagram account. The first look of Mira Nair’s A Suitable Boy has been released. The beautiful still captures Tabu and Ishaan Khatter completely unfazed and in a leisure state, swaying away lazily on a porch swing. 📸🇮🇳🧡 pic.twitter.com/BbOk0jmLNy — Lookout Point TV December 2, …

Gully Boy actor Vijay Varma roped in for Mira Nair's A Suitable Boy: 'Elated to be part of the project'
5 years, 9 months ago

Gully Boy actor Vijay Varma roped in for Mira Nair's A Suitable Boy: 'Elated to be part of the project'

Firstpost  

Gully Boy actor Vijay Varma is all set to star in Mira Nair’s A Suitable Boy, his first international project. I’ve been the biggest admirer of her work and cannot wait to make this illustrious story come alive,” Vijay told Indo Asian News Service. Vijay, who was widely praised for his role of a drug dealer in Zoya Akhtar’s hit …

Mira Nair to begin filming her adaptation of Vikram Seth's best-selling novel A Suitable Boy in September
5 years, 10 months ago

Mira Nair to begin filming her adaptation of Vikram Seth's best-selling novel A Suitable Boy in September

Firstpost  

A large part of the ensemble cast for Mira Nair’s A Suitable Boy is already in place and among the names Nair mentions are Tabu, Shefali Shah, Vivek Gomber, Rasika Dugal and Vivaan Shah. Cannes: Venice Golden Lion-winning filmmaker Mira Nair, who is in Cannes this year as the mentor of the Institut Francais’ La Fabrique programme, is all set …

Mira Nair to direct film based on Vikram Seth's award-winning novel A Suitable Boy
7 years ago

Mira Nair to direct film based on Vikram Seth's award-winning novel A Suitable Boy

Firstpost  

Mira Nair is known for her strong-themed films like Salaam Bombay!, Monsoon Wedding, Kamasutra: A Tale of Love and Namesake, to name a few. With films like Salaam Bombay!, Monsoon Wedding, Kamasutra: A Tale of Love and Namesake to her credit, Mira Nair is one of the most sought-after names for the genre that is often called ‘crossover’ cinema. It …

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