Standing: (L-R) Milind Dhaimade, Rohit Jain and Mrinalini Khanna; Sitting: (L-R) Sunny Kaushal, Neetu Kapoor and Shraddha Srinath

Film and television studio Lionsgate has made a quiet, but impactful entry in India. Known for its compelling content, the studio over the past year has catered to both contemporary Indian audiences as well as its global audience through its OTT platform, Lionsgate Play. Since last year, it has produced a unique slate, from an urban slice-of-life comedy Hiccups & Hookups to intense young adult drama Jugaadistan and the bromantic hangover of four boys, Feels Like Home.

In India, the studio is selecting stories that resonate with an eclectic global audience. Taking it up a notch, the studio announced its first feature film starring Neetu Kapoor, Sunny Kaushal and Shraddha Srinath. This untitled, coming-of-age story will capture the beautiful and relatable relationship between a mother and her son. Using comedy as its main premise, the film delves into the integral fabric of families, communication and memories, as well as their role in forcing us to grow up. Directed by Milind Dhaimade, the film promises to leave audiences wanting to see more family dramas.

Rohit Jain, MD, South Asia and Networks Emerging Markets Asia, Lionsgate said, “Our studio remains bullish on investments in India spotlighting the region in the global growth strategy. Lionsgate Studios in India is delighted to announce its maiden Hindi film. With Milind at the helm, each character has been cast perfectly to depict this beautiful story that we’re sure audiences will love. We are running at a rapid pace with 8-10 grand projects in the pipeline. Within a year, expect big announcements to come your way from our desk.”

Mrinalini Khanna, VP, Originals, Lionsgate said, “We’ve always supported different creative voices and visions. This film is a beautiful amalgamation of that. We hope that the film is received with the same love with which it’s being made. It’s a wonderful opportunity to work with Milind and a dream cast.”