Imtiaz Ali’s 'Amar Singh Chamkila' Shines at SWA Awards

Imtiaz Ali's 'Amar Singh Chamkila' has emerged as a frontrunner at the much-anticipated Screenwriters Association Awards 2024, receiving notable nominations in the categories of best story, screenplay, dialogues, and lyrics. The celebrated film, featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra, highlights compelling narratives that redefine storytelling.

The awards ceremony, set for August 9, will acknowledge innovative cinematic creations, including competing titles such as Atul Sabharwal's 'Berlin,' Avinash Sampath's 'CTRL,' and Kunal Kemmu's 'Madgaon Express.' In the best dialogue category, Sumukhi Suresh's work on 'CTRL' stands out, alongside Gour for 'Fairy Folk' and Bhatt for 'Stree 2.'

The Best Debut category sees entries from emerging talents like Shuchi Talati for 'Girls Will Be Girls,' and celebrated lyricists including Anvitaa Dutt and Shashwat Sachdev. Television shows like 'Panchayat 3' and 'Gullak 4' also vie for accolades, showcasing dynamic storytelling in both comedy and music genres.

(With inputs from agencies.)