India, May 30 -- The rights holders of Guru Dutt's film catalogue, Ultra Media & Entertainment Group, have begun talks with prominent filmmakers about a monumental biography of the late, outstanding filmmaker. The production business is planning to turn several of Dutt's critically acclaimed films into web series in addition to the biopic.

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There will be more than just these events to commemorate the filmmaker's centenary year. A pioneer in Hindi film, Guru Dutt is best known for his groundbreaking works such as Pyaasa (1957) and Kaagaz Ke Phool (1959). His short career did not diminish the impact he had on subsequent generations of moviegoers and ...