BOMBAY TIMES (January 30, 2020)

Ekta Kapoor and Bhushan Kumar, two of the biggest names in Bollywood, are now joining forces to create films. While Ekta is known for her creative talent, Bhushan is backing some of the biggest Hindi films being made today. Both have created their own success stories, and carved a niche for themselves in the entertainment sector.

Balaji Telefilms and T-Series will jointly produce several films, beginning with the recently announced sequel to the 2014 hit, Ek Villain. Like its first instalment, this one, too,will be helmed by Mohit Suri. The film, which will go on floors in the second half of this year, is scheduled to release on January 8, 2021. With this, Ekta and Bhushan will begin their long-term association to back content-driven cinema, which will also give importance to music. Ekta says, “It is always exciting to work with like-minded individuals and people who share the same passion as you. As producers, we’re always looking to enhance the experience and entertainment quotient for the audience, and the collaboration with Bhushan and T-Series will help us create just that. This association is indeed a mark of a new beginning.”

Bhushan Kumar shares, “Ekta and I have previously collaborated on the music of her films. I am glad that we are joining hands to produce meaningful cinema and bring diverse content to our audience. It will be a powerful collaboration, and I am hoping to present some pathbreaking stories on screen.”