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Saiwyn Quadras | |
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| Occupation | Writer |
| Years active | 2014-present |
Saiwyn Quadras is an Indian screenwriter, who has written the biopics Mary Kom (2014) and Neerja (2016). [1] [2] He was also the writer of Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran (2018). His upcoming film as a writer is Maidaan starring Ajay Devgn.
He began his career in the entertainment industry as a screenwriter, working on several critically acclaimed films such as "Neerja" (2016), "Mary Kom (2014).
In 2017, he won the National Film Award for Best Screenplay for "Neerja" and was also nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Screenplay for the same film. [3]
Quadras is also a mentor and a speaker in the Indian film industry, known for his work with aspiring screenwriters and filmmakers.
| Year | Film | Award and category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Mary Kom | Screen Award for Best Screenplay | Nominated |
| Producers Guild Film Awards for Best Screenplay | Nominated | ||
| 2017 | Neerja | IIFA Award for Best Story | Nominated |
| Screen Award for Best Story | Won [4] | ||
| Zee Cine Award for Best Screenplay | Won [5] |
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