Writer and filmmaker Geeta Mehta passes away at the age of 80

Writer and filmmaker Geeta Mehta passes away at the age of 80

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Category : Obituaries Published on: September 20 2023

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  • Famous writer and filmmaker Geeta Mehta passed away at the age of 80.
  • Geeta Mehta wrote several acclaimed books, including"Karma Cola," "Snakes and Ladders," "A River Sutra," "Raj," and "Eternal Ganesha."
  • His literary works have been translated into 21 languages and achieved bestseller status in Europe, America and India.
  • Mehta made significant contributions to the world of television documentaries, producing and directing at least 14 documentaries for UK, European and American networks.
  • His notable documentary, "Dateline Bangladesh" featured the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 and was screened internationally, including in India.
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