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Nagaland CM and A R Rahman unveil global-scale Naga International Studio
KOHIMA: Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio and Oscar- and Grammy-winning composer A R Rahman have announced the launch of the Naga International Studio, a world-class music production and creative facility to be established in Kohima.
Conceptualised by Rahman, the studio will house state-of-the-art recording suites, a performance auditorium and supporting creative infrastructure, designed to nurture regional talent and enable global collaborations.
Welcoming Rahman to his native village of Touphema in Kohima district, Rio said the project reflected a shared commitment to creativity and innovation, and underlined the state government’s support for initiatives that empower artists from India’s north-east. He added that the studio would have lasting cultural and economic impact.
Rahman said Nagaland possessed a “rare musical soul”, deeply rooted in its culture, and described the studio as a bridge between local heritage and world-class creativity. He thanked the Nagaland government, the people of the state and the Task Force for Music & Arts (TAFMA) for backing the project.
Earlier, Rahman also unveiled the trailer of Headhunting to Beatboxing, a documentary directed by Rohit Gupta, chronicling Nagaland’s evolving musical identity.
The Naga International Studio has been designed by Bluecube Architects and Riyasdeen Riyan, with facilitation support from Tafma and the Investment & Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN). The project is expected to position Nagaland as a significant creative hub in the north-east and beyond.
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Prime Video and Hrithik Roshan reunite for quirky heist comedy Mess
HRX Films expands pact with quirky heist comedy set for production
MUMBAI: Prime Video is doubling down on its partnership with Hrithik Roshan, announcing a new comedy film Mess that promises chaos, chuckles and a clever twist on the classic heist.
Produced by Hrithik Roshan and Eshaan Roshan under HRX Films, a division of FilmKraft Productions, the film is being made in association with Soda Films Lab. Directed by Rajesh A Krishnan, Mess marks the second collaboration between the streaming platform and HRX Films after the upcoming thriller Storm.
At the heart of Mess lies an unusual premise. A group of robbers break into the home of a man with OCD, only to find themselves outmatched in a night-long standoff that flips the script on who is really in control. It is a set-up that blends tension with humour, turning a break-in into a breakdown of expectations.
Prime Video India director and head of originals Nikhil Madhok said, “A good story should surprise and entertain, and Mess does both with ease. It brings together a unique premise, memorable characters and a tone that keeps you laughing throughout.”
He added that the collaboration with HRX Films continues to grow stronger, with the new film reflecting a shared appetite for bold and original storytelling.
Hrithik Roshan said, “After Storm, Mess feels like a natural next step in our journey with Prime Video. The film captures the kind of unconventional storytelling we want to champion, with Rajesh bringing a distinctive voice to the narrative.”
Director Rajesh A Krishnan said, “The world of Mess is a mix of comedy and chaos, unusual enough to keep audiences on edge while still delivering humour. It has been a deeply collaborative and creatively fulfilling experience.”
The original screenplay comes from Paul Soter, with adaptation and dialogues by Kapil Sawant, adding another layer of craft to the film’s offbeat narrative.
As production gears up, Mess looks ready to live up to its name, serving up a delightful tangle of mayhem, mischief and movie magic for audiences in India and beyond.
