The Catalyst: Writing Girish as the Third Pillar
How do you write a lover who isn't a villain? Exploring Girish's role in 'The Approved Affair' and imagining a character I never met through the eyes of a husband and wife.
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How do you write a lover who isn't a villain? Exploring Girish's role in 'The Approved Affair' and imagining a character I never met through the eyes of a husband and wife.
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