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Vishal Bhardwaj to Adapt Tarun Tejpal Case into Film, Calls It Rashomon‑Style
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 08 Aug 2026, 07:09 AM
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Director Vishal Bhardwaj announced plans to make a feature film based on the controversial Tarun Tejpal case, describing the story as ideal for a Rashomon‑style narrative.
Vishal Bhardwaj, known for his critically acclaimed films such as "Omkara" and "Maqbool", has revealed that he is developing a feature film based on the high‑profile Tarun Tejpal case that shook the Indian media landscape in 2016.
In a recent interview with The Indian Express, Bhardwaj said the case offers a complex web of perspectives that lends itself well to a Rashomon‑style storytelling approach, where multiple viewpoints are presented to uncover the truth.
The director did not disclose a working title or release date, but indicated that he is gathering material and consulting with legal experts to ensure a nuanced portrayal of the events surrounding the former editor of Indian Express.
Industry observers note that Bhardwaj’s choice to tackle a controversial legal drama marks a departure from his earlier political dramas, signalling a willingness to explore contentious social issues through cinema.
In a recent interview with The Indian Express, Bhardwaj said the case offers a complex web of perspectives that lends itself well to a Rashomon‑style storytelling approach, where multiple viewpoints are presented to uncover the truth.
The director did not disclose a working title or release date, but indicated that he is gathering material and consulting with legal experts to ensure a nuanced portrayal of the events surrounding the former editor of Indian Express.
Industry observers note that Bhardwaj’s choice to tackle a controversial legal drama marks a departure from his earlier political dramas, signalling a willingness to explore contentious social issues through cinema.