On Alfred Hitchcock’s 125th birthday and the centenary of his first film, senior journalist Pulagam Chinnarayana and IRS officer Ravi Padi unveiled their book, Master of Suspense Hitchcock. This groundbreaking work, the first of its kind in an Indian language, features 62 essays penned by 45 directors, 7 writers, and 10 journalists, celebrating Hitchcock’s unparalleled legacy.
Renowned director Vamsy, an ardent admirer of Hitchcock, launched the book and handed the first copy to director Harish Shankar, followed by a second copy to senior actor Nassar. Vamsy, often referred to as “Andhra Hitchcock,” shared his admiration: “Hitchcock once said a movie needs three things: script, script, and script. Writing about such a legend is a commendable effort.” Harish Shankar added, “Hitchcock is Hollywood’s Vamsy. This book is a testament to the profound influence he has on cinema.”
The event saw prominent film personalities like directors Mohanakrishna Indraganti, Meher Ramesh, and Shiva Nageswara Rao praising the book. Indraganti remarked, “Hitchcock redefined cinema, setting benchmarks in sound and storytelling. This book maintains high-quality content and intent.” Nassar highlighted the rarity of film-related books and applauded the authors’ dedication.
Published by Akshouhini Media, the book’s cover, designed by Raghupathi Venkaiah Awardee Eshwar, was unveiled by Indraganti. Suresh Kondeti of Santhosham magazine purchased the first copy for ₹5,000.
Pulagam Chinnarayana, known for his insightful writings on cinema, expressed his gratitude, noting this as his 11th book. He has previously won three Nandi Awards for his contributions. The event resonated with Hitchcock’s timeless influence and the enduring allure of literature in cinema.
