Building a series from scratch : Finding the central premise and designing the world
Join the creators, writers and directors of Raakh, Anusha and Sandeep, for a Live Cininfo session that looks at the craft of building a compelling series. From finding an idea with the potential to sustain a long-form narrative to creating story-rich worlds, evolving characters, and strong episode and season arcs, the session will explore how creators shape a series from its first idea to a distinctive storytelling identity.
Event Details:
- Date: 22nd August 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM IST
- Venue: Zoom
Session Focuses on:
- From Idea to Series Premise – Finding an idea with enough potential to sustain a series.
- Building a World That Generates Stories – Creating rules, conflicts, relationships and possibilities within the world.
- Characters with Long-Term Arcs – Designing characters who can evolve across episodes and seasons.
- Breaking the Season – Finding the central engine, episode arcs, turning points and season trajectory.
- Theme, Tone & Voice – Defining what the series is really about and developing a distinctive storytelling identity.
Designed for writers, directors, actors, producers, and aspiring filmmakers, this session offers practical insights into the creative process,from interpreting a script and building compelling scenes to collaborating with actors and creating stories that resonate with contemporary audiences.
FREE for Cininfo Community Members!
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Speaker: Anusha Nandakumar
Designation: Creator, Writer and Directors of Raakh
Anusha Nandakumar is a Mumbai-based writer, director and producer, and a graduate of Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute. A National Film Award winner, she has worked across films, series and digital content. She is the Co-Creator, Co-Writer and Co-Director of Prime Video’s Raakh, and has written Singham Again and Indian Police Force. She is also a founder and producer at Gulbadan Talkies, behind popular Marathi digital platforms including BhaDiPa. Anusha has co-authored The War That Made R&AW, which has gone into multiple reprints.
Speaker: Sandeep Saket
Designation: Creator, Writer and Directors of Raakh
Sandeep Saket is a Mumbai-based writer and director known for crafting compelling, real-life-inspired narratives. A graduate of Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute, he has written and directed across films and series, including Saat Ucchakke, Kaala Paani, Indian Police Force and Singham Again. He is the Creator, Writer and Co-Director of the acclaimed Prime Video series Raakh. Sandeep has also co-authored The War That Made R&AW, a critically acclaimed book on the origins of India’s intelligence agency and the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War.
