One of the great thinkers of Indian cinema, Javed Akhtar needs no introduction. He has contributed to Indian cinema both as a screenplay writer and as a songwriter. Talking Films and Songs showcases both these aspects of Javed Akhtar?s versatile genius, through freewheeling conversations with Nasreen Munni Kabir. Originally published in 1999 (Talking Films) and 2005 (Talking Songs), these extremely popular books have delighted readers for more than a decade. Full of wit and wisdom, this edition is a must-read for Hindi cinema enthusiasts.