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Shekhar Kapur's Epic Saga: My Name Is Memory Series
20 Apr
Summary
- Amazon Studios to adapt 'My Name Is Memory' novel.
- Series spans centuries, love, mystery, and heartbreak.
- Kapur also directs sequel to his 1983 film Masoom.
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur is adapting Ann Brashares' 2010 novel, 'My Name Is Memory,' into a series for Amazon Studios. This project promises an intense love story that transcends time and location, encompassing mystery, heartbreak, and a heartwarming adventure.
The narrative follows Daniel's quest to find Sophia, a girl he has loved across multiple lifetimes, while evading his vengeful brother, Joaquim. Kapur will adapt, direct, and produce the series, bringing his distinctive vision to the romantic epic.
In addition to the 'My Name Is Memory' series, Kapur is also revisiting his acclaimed 1983 film, 'Masoom.' The sequel, titled 'Masoom: The Next Generation,' will feature original actors Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah, alongside Manoj Bajpayee, Nithya Menen, and Kaveri Kapur. This film will delve into themes of home, belonging, and identity.
The original 'Masoom' faced an uncertain beginning but eventually found success through word-of-mouth, a phenomenon Kapur still finds intriguing. Audiences await 'Masoom: The Next Generation' with anticipation, curious if it will mirror its predecessor's unexpected rise.
