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SumritShahi
Novelist and screenwriter
- Born
- BirthplaceChandigarh, India
- 17age at first novel
- 7youth TV shows written
- 3novels
Sumrit Shahi is a novelist and screenwriter who published his first novel, Just Friends, at 17. He has written seven youth television shows, including the award-winning Sadda Haq, and his novel Never Kiss Your Best Friend became a web series.
Writing from school
Born in Chandigarh, Sumrit studied at St. John’s High School before finishing school in Dehradun and Panchkula. Just Friends came out in 2010 while he was still at school.
Television and streaming
He wrote Sadda Haq, which won youth-show awards at the Zee Gold and Indian Telly Awards, along with shows for Channel V, MTV and Star Plus. Hindustan Times named him in its 2015 Top 30 under 30.
Timeline
- 1993Born in Chandigarh on 12 February
- 2010Publishes Just Friends, aged 17
- 2014Sadda Haq wins youth-show awards
- 2015Hindustan Times Top 30 under 30
Honours
- Hindustan Times Top 30 under 30 (2015)
Quick questions
Where was Sumrit Shahi born?
Sumrit Shahi was born in Chandigarh, India. Born in Chandigarh and schooled at St. John’s High School; he divides his time between Mumbai and Chandigarh.
When was Sumrit Shahi born?
Sumrit Shahi was born on 12 February 1993.
What is Sumrit Shahi known for?
Sumrit Shahi is known for Just Friends, Sadda Haq and Never Kiss Your Best Friend.
What awards has Sumrit Shahi received?
Honours include Hindustan Times Top 30 under 30 (2015).
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