Imtiaz Ali Collaborates with Netflix for ‘O Saathi Re’ Following 'Chamkila'
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Synopsis
Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali reunites with Netflix for 'O Saathi Re', a modern exploration of love and emotions, featuring an impressive cast including Aditi Rao Hydari, Avinash Tiwary, and Arjun Rampal, set to begin production soon.
Key Takeaways
- Imtiaz Ali teams up with Netflix again.
- 'O Saathi Re' explores modern love.
- Stars Aditi Rao Hydari, Avinash Tiwary, and Arjun Rampal.
- Production starts at the end of this month.
- Continuation of Ali’s successful relationship with Netflix.
Mumbai, Feb 27 (NationPress) Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has once again partnered with Netflix for an intriguing examination of modern human emotions titled “O Saathi Re.”
This collaboration comes on the heels of the acclaimed “Amar Singh Chamkila,” which starred Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra.
The cast of “O Saathi Re” includes Aditi Rao Hydari, Avinash Tiwary, and Arjun Rampal.
“O Saathi Re surprised me at every turn of its development. It is a modern tale with a classic essence, resembling a spellbinding fairy tale set against the backdrop of urban chaos.”
“I feel both relieved and excited to have Arif direct the talented ensemble of Avinash, Aditi, and Arjun (all exceptional talents), and it is the continually strengthening partnership with Netflix that has allowed us to delve into the deceptively enchanting world of “O Saathi Re.”,” remarked Imtiaz, as reported by variety.com.
Imtiaz will take on multiple roles, serving as creator, writer, and showrunner for the new series, while also acting as an executive producer alongside Mohit Choudhary. His brother Arif Ali, known for directing “She,” will helm the series, with Imtiaz and Amogh Kanaskar managing the writing duties, according to variety.com.
Nidhi Sethia joins as the creative producer, with Vishal Bajaj and Pratik Nandkumar More (from Shoot at Site) completing the executive production team.
The project is being produced by Window Seat Films and Reliance Entertainment. Filming is anticipated to commence by the end of this month, with “O Saathi Re” exploring “the vintage essence of love in modern times.”
This project marks the return of the cast to Netflix – Aditi Rao Hydari comes back after “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar”; Avinash Tiwary follows his role in “Sikandar Ka Muqaddar”; and Arjun Rampal returns after “Rana Naidu” Season 2.
Tanya Bami, the series head at Netflix India, expressed, “We are excited to present a narrative that explores love, relationships, and human dilemmas — told in Imtiaz’s signature, deeply authentic style, which possesses an almost haunting quality. It offers a fresh and innovative perspective on relationships today.”
“With this incredible cast, including Aditi, Arjun, and Avinash, we are eager to bring this beautiful and poetic narrative to life. We are excited to embark on this journey with Window Seat Films and the entire team, as well as our talented cast and crew.”
