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‘Chal Bhaag’ slated for release next week
NEW DELHI: It is rare that a director heeds the advice of his cast members about a film, but Prakash Saini surprised all when he agreed after a screening of his film ‘Chal Bhaag’ along with his crew to remove certain scenes on the advice of his main actor Deepak Dobriyal.
‘Chal Bhaag’ is a film that highlights the plight of those who have served their prison sentences but continue to be defamed or ostracized by society, ‘Chal Bhaag’, is slated for release next week on 13 June.
The film is an action comedy directed by Prakash Saini. The story revolves around three prisoners and the situations they land in.
A production venture of Alimoh Films, it stars Deepak Dobriyal, Mukesh Tiwari, Tarun Bajaj, Keeya Khanna, and Varun Mehra in the main roles.
‘Chal Bhaag’ is the story of three troublemakers: Munna Supari, Bunty Chor and Daler Singh Tadipaar. The three find themselves in prison, facing the wrath of the vengeful inspector. When they learn that they`re only being released so they can be killed, the three must band together in order to survive’, the director said during a press meet.
Deepak Dobriyal added, “This film, I would say is obviously not very different from the films that made earlier but It does highlight the present scenario of our system and shows persons suffer sometime even after undergoing their sentences. The audience will enjoy this roller coaster ride kind story of the film.”
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Edstead unveils ambitious H1 2026 content slate
New originals feature Adarsh Gourav in Northeast docu-series, Aditi Kotak in Next Class, and Adil Hussain in Stories of India.
MUMBAI: Edstead just dropped a content menu so rich it could make even the pickiest viewer say “encore” because when storytelling meets substance, the binge becomes inevitable. The fast-rising Mumbai-based studio, founded by Shekhar Bhattacharjee, today revealed its H1 2026 slate, a bold expansion of premium non-fiction that blends cultural depth, innovation, and legacy into cinematic factual narratives. The lineup cements Edstead’s niche at the crossroads of authenticity and global appeal, delivering research-driven stories that stay rooted in the Indian experience while aiming for wider resonance.
Headlining the fresh originals:
- An untitled docu-series starring Bollywood actor Adarsh Gourav, who journeys through Northeast India to spotlight living cultural traditions, indigenous voices, music, oral histories, and everyday resilience. Presented by Air India Express, with Dentsu Sports and Entertainment as integration partner.
- Next Class, an eight-episode impact series fronted by entrepreneur and former Miss India Aditi Kotak, decoding career pathways, emerging fields, and real-world outcomes through leading institutions and forward-thinking disciplines.
- Stories of India with Adil Hussain, India’s first weekly OTT series dedicated to social impact, profiling organisations driving meaningful change and connecting purpose with tangible results.
- Toast to Tomorrow, exploring how leading alcohol brands craft immersive, culture-led experiences that celebrate regional identities and redefine legacy.
- No Cap Abroad – UAE Edition, following Indian students through their first week at UAE colleges—navigating homesickness, culture shock, and independence in a heartfelt coming-of-age tale.
Edstead is also returning with expanded seasons of breakout hits, The Future School (progressive Indian education), Molecules of Hope (healthcare innovation), and Great Indian Residential Schools.
Edstead founder Shekhar Bhattacharjee said, “At Edstead, we are focused on building narratives that carry depth, context, and long-term relevance. Every project begins with research and a clear purpose… Our ambition is to create globally competitive factual content from India that remains culturally grounded while shaping conversations, inspiring trust, and contributing to the growing culture economy.”
From education and healthcare to enterprise and cultural revival, the slate reflects Edstead’s full-stack approach developing original IPs and guiding them through a robust distribution network spanning digital, OTT, and broadcast. In a content world chasing quick trends, Edstead is quietly betting on stories built to last, ones that don’t just entertain, but linger long after the credits roll.
