Films like Vicky Donor, Kahaani, and Queen proved that strong storytelling can outshine big budgets. Made on modest costs, these movies became box-office triumphs, redefining success in Bollywood through originality, performances, and audience connection.
Ranbir Kapoor starrer 'Barfi led in the technical awards category at the TOIFA with four trophies while Sujoy Ghosh's 'Kahaani' bagged three awards including for best scriptwriting at a glittering ceremony, hosted by Karan Johar and Chitrangda Singh
What is the story behind Kahaani? Filmmaker and writer Sujoy Ghosh tells CNBC-TV18's Anuradha SenGupta that this film was pretty much a do-or-die effort.