Sanjeev Kumar Jha, grandson of Ramesh Chandra Jha (renowned poet and novelist) is a freelance journalist turned screenwriter, who debuted in Bollywood with Jabariya Jodi (2019). After passing out from Jamia Milia Islamia with a gold medal in Hindi Literature, he went on to work with eminent News agencies like The Indian Express, Jansatta, Hindustan HT Media and Outlook.

Hailing from Bihar, Sanjeev is familiar with forced marriage practices. On suggesting a film being made on the same, Jabariya Jodi was created.