Neelesh Misra

Neelesh Misra is an award-winning journalist; author of five books, including The Absent State (2010, with Rahul Pandita), 173 Hours in Captivity (2000), and End of the Line (2001); lyricist of immensely popular songs like ‘Jaadu hai nashi hai’ (Jism, 2003) and ‘Kya mujhe pyaar hai’ (Woh Lamhe, 2006); and co-writer (with Kabir Khan) of the screenplay of Ek Tha Tiger (2012). His radio show, ‘Yadoon ka Idiotbox’ revived the art of oral storytelling. He also hosted ‘The Neelesh Misra Show’, started India's first rural newspaper, Gaon Connection (in 2012) and has been hosting ‘The Slow Interview with Neelesh Misra’ (since 2018).