Anita Desai
Anita Desai (b. June 24, 1937) is an Indian novelist, notable for her portrayal of female characters. She was formerly known as Anita Mazumdar.
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She was born to a German mother and an Indian father in Mussoorie, India. She is married and has four children. She has taught at Mount Holyoke College, Smith College, and currently teaches at MIT.
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Mussoorie - India - Mount Holyoke College - Smith College - MIT
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The 1993 film In Custody (based upon her novel of the same name), directed by Ismail Merchant, won the 1994 President of India Gold Medal for Best Picture. The film stars the noted actors Shashi Kapoor, Shabana Azmi and Om Puri.
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1993 - In Custody - Ismail Merchant - Shashi Kapoor - Shabana Azmi - Om Puri
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