Jerry Pinto

In conversation with TOI Books, author Jerry Pinto breaks down the entire process of writing and elaborates on the essence of why he writes, what he writes.

As his novel Em and the Big Hoom hits the shelves this week, Jerry Pinto leads us into the bylanes of his mind.

Author Jerry Pinto has put together a book which comprises narratives of ordinary people who live with `disturbed' human beings. These may be of use to those who still face such traumas.

In a freewheeling chat with writer Jerry Pinto, the Narcopolis author reflected upon failures of different kinds.

The 2017 edition of the Bengaluru Poetry Festival recently concluded in the city on a high note.

The 17th Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF) will be held from January 9-11, 2026, at the Alipore Museum and The Park, Kolkata. Over 100 prominent voices from various fields will participate, with centennial tributes to Mahasweta Devi and Raj Khosla. The festival will explore diverse themes and feature key sessions with notable personalities.

Author-translator Jerry Pinto was seen in conversation with journalist Antara Dev Sen at the Times Litfest 2023 in Delhi recently. Here's what happened in their session on Pinto's new book 'The Education of Yuri'.

Actors Ashutosh Rana and Vijay Raaz are set to star in the investigative drama series 'Murder in Mahim'. Based on a critically acclaimed book by author Jerry Pinto, the show delves into a chilling murder mystery and the hidden depths of Mumbai. Directed by Raj Acharya, the series follows the journey of Peter (Ashutosh Rana) and Jende (Vijay Raaz) as they reconcile their lost friendship amidst a sinister murder investigation. The teaser, unveiled by JioCinema, reveals the backdrop of a gruesome murder at Mahim station, with Peter's son, Sunil, becoming a suspect. As they delve deeper, the duo navigates through secret desires, blackmail, and unspoken love, confronting personal biases along the way. Ashutosh Rana and Vijay Raaz expressed their excitement for their complex roles, with the series set to premiere on OTT on May 10.

Actor Ashutosh Rana is set for the release of the psychological thriller 'Murder in Mahim', which delves into a chilling murder mystery and the darker aspects of Mumbai. The series revolves around the reconciliation of a lost friendship between Peter (Ashutosh Rana) and Jende (Vijay Raaz). Ashutosh shared insights into portraying gray characters, emphasizing the toll it takes on artists while also highlighting the humanity it brings upon returning to reality. Meanwhile, Vijay Raaz discussed his character's complexity, aiming to infuse a humane touch amidst the investigation scenes and personal turmoil. Adapted from Jerry Pinto's acclaimed book, the series is directed by Raj Acharya and produced by Tipping Point Films, featuring ShivRaghuvanshi and Shivaji Satam in key roles. 'Murder in Mahim' is set to premiere on OTT platforms on May 10.

The state is expecting a rare appearance by Meera Kosambi at the Goa Arts and Literary Festival to be held at four venues in Panaji by the International Centre-Goa, Dona Paula, from December 13 to 17.

The fourth ‘Ooty Literary Festival-2019’ kick-started at a heritage building, The Nilgiri Library, in the town on Friday.

The four-day literary feast Mountain Echoes 2013 that brought writers, authors, musicians with many thought provoking and informative sessions...

Historian and author Vikram Sampath will soon pay a visit to Pink City.

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The Directorate of Film Festivals is organizing a three-day retrospective of Bollywood's first superstar Rajesh Khanna as a tribute to the cinema legend

At the East Singhbhum Literary Festival, Sahitya Akademi winner Jerry Pinto urged students to dedicate 10 minutes daily to reading beyond textbooks, emphasizing its benefits for vocabulary and knowledge. He lamented the shift towards mobile usage and advocated for wider literary festival reach.

Jawahar Kala Kendra is hosting 19th edition of 'Bookaroo' - India's first and largest children's literature festival from April 30 to May 1.The event will witness 57 sessions.

More than 300 students from various schools and colleges attended a lecture delivered by Jerry Pinto, a Mumbai-based novelist, on Wednesday.

This book came to me as a birthday gift with a little note that said, “This book, I heard is a bit emotionally moving. I hope it moves you in a positive way.”

The longlist of 16 novels for the DSC Prize For South Asian Literature 2013 has been announched and includes four debut novels, two works in translation from Hindi, and four Pakistani titles.