Manoj Kumar R, a seasoned film writer, began in digital journalism in 2010. He honed his skills at Deccan Herald, The Week, The Indian Express and OTTplay focusing on the South Indian film industry. Proficient in four South Indian languages, Manoj delves deep into regional cinema with insightful coverage. He's a Film Critics Guild member and served on film awards juries. In 2024, he joined Desimartini, continuing his eventful career.