Are Priya Mani and Mohit Raina Set for an Indo-US Immigrant Family Drama?
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Mumbai, Feb 17 (NationPress) Indian actors Priya Mani and Mohit Raina have been cast in a forthcoming untitled Indo-U.S. immigrant family drama, which will be directed by Harsh Mahadeshwar.
Raina expressed, “This project is exceptionally significant to me as it delves into themes of identity and belonging in a profoundly sincere manner.”
Priya mentioned that she was immediately attracted to the film due to its “emotional authenticity.”
“I feel fortunate to be involved in a project that assembles such dedicated collaborators to narrate a story that resonates with audiences worldwide,” she added.
The film focuses on the real-life experiences of an immigrant family adjusting to cultural identity and belonging in America. Red Bison Productions, based in the U.S., has joined forces with Mumbai's Azure Entertainment for this cross-border feature film, marking the Indian company's first collaboration in Hollywood, according to reports from variety.com.
Filming is scheduled to begin in April, with locations including New York, New Jersey, Delhi, and Jammu-Kashmir in India.
Mohit emphasized, “Being part of Azure Entertainment and Red Bison Productions’ inaugural Indo-Hollywood collaboration is particularly meaningful, as it signifies a valuable step towards global storytelling.”
Details regarding additional casting and the film's title will be disclosed later. The project was initially launched with a different title and cast in 2023 but has since undergone a complete revamp, reports variety.com.
Romila Saraf Bhat, founder of Red Bison Productions, stated, “From the outset, this story required a global perspective and an authentic cinematic approach. With Priya Mani and Mohit Raina at the forefront, we are crafting cinema that is not only personal but also resonates on a universal level.”
Prashant Ramesh Mishra, CEO and co-founder of Azure Entertainment, described this endeavor as crucial for his company’s growth strategy. “This film marks a transformative moment for Azure Entertainment as we venture into global cinema for the first time,” he said. “The narrative transcends borders and the concept of the American Dream, reflecting the shared human experience of aspiration, loss, and resilience.”
Azure Entertainment is known for producing films like “Rocky Handsome,” “Badla,” and “Kesari,” while Red Bison's portfolio includes “Bhaag Bawre Aandhi Aayi.”