Which Oscar-nominated film was written by the screenwriter who wrote a 1991 romantic drama based upon a screenplay by Sooni Taraporevala?
Mississippi Masala Mississippi Masala is a 1991 romantic drama film directed by Mira Nair, based upon a screenplay by Sooni Taraporevala, starring Denzel Washington, Sarita Choudhury, and Roshan Seth. Set primarily in rural Mississippi, the film explores interracial romance between African Americans and Indian Americans in the United States.
Raj Khosla Raj Khosla (Hindi: राज खोसला ; 31 May 1925 – 9 June 1991) was one of the top directors, producers and screenwriters in Hindi films from the 1950s to the 1980s. He was known for bringing in "neo-noir" and style in Indian cinema since black and white times, and also as a "women's director" because he showcased actresses at their best. He is often credited for the success of actors such as Dev Anand. Starting his career under Guru Dutt, he went on make hit films like, "C.I.D." (1956), "Woh Kaun Thi?" (1964), "Mera Saaya" (1966), "Dostana" (1980) and "Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki" (1978), which won the Filmfare Best Movie Award. His early background in classical music ensured that most of his films excelled in music.