Yash Chopra, the quintessential Bollywood romantic, had a penchant for creating iconic female characters who were not just beautiful but also strong, independent, and aspirational. His films celebrated the spirit of womanhood through his leading ladies, who often embodied the aspirations of millions.

Ahead of Khufiya’s release, Rohan Narula, the film’s screenwriter tells Midday about adapting a novel and developing a screenplay for a thriller film