The Beauty of Mundaneness, Storytelling & Life | IIFT Unplugged EP 3 | Ft. Dhruv Sehgal

Dhruv Sehgal is an Indian actor, writer, and director, best known for his work in the popular series "Little Things." He has also made his mark with the Amazon Prime series Modern Love, releasing an episode titled "I Love Thane."

In this exclusive episode of IIFT Unplugged, we speak with Dhruv Sehgal to discuss his journey as a writer and his unique perspective on life. We explore the intricacies of his writing process and how he captures the mundanity of everyday life on screen, offering a fascinating look into a writer’s life. Dhruv shares personal stories that illustrate how his openness and curiosity have fueled his growth as a writer and an individual. The conversation delves into the distinctions between reel life and real life, highlighting what makes each uniquely compelling.

As the discussion draws to a close, we reflect on the privilege inherent in our lives and the importance of embracing it fully. This episode offers an unfiltered and raw deep dive into a writer’s mind, with the host thoughtfully navigating topics often left unspoken.

Inframe - Pushti Shah, Dhruv Sehgal
Curation - Aditya Singh Deep

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:42 - When writing scripts, how do you weave subtle intricacies into the bigger picture?
03:14 - How did you portray the dailiness of life on screen?
05:30 - Have your life stories ever inspired your episodes?
07:14 - Is following a writing style always necessary?
10:18 - The end of the journey for "Little Things."
11:30 - Has your perspective changed over the years compared to your earlier writing style?
12:56 - Where do you draw the line in real and real life?
15:38 - During fights, do you choose to be rational or emotional?
17:53 - Reflecting on how small the world can be.
19:30 - Have you ever questioned your motives or wondered if you're a good person?
21:07 - How would you weave a mirror-related narrative into your writing?
23:36 - What keeps you going? Do you ever question your path?
27:10 - Do you revisit anything that centers you?
28:57 - If you used IIFT as a location, what genre or setting would you choose?

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