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Narcos: Mexico team meets Bollywood sweetheart Alia Bhatt and director Shakun Batra
MUMBAI: The Narcos: Mexico team – Actors Michael Peña and Diego Luna along with showrunner Eric Newman – met actor Alia Bhatt and director Shakun Batra for a first of its kind panel discussion ahead of the release of the latest season of the series.
In a fascinating and candid interaction, the talent discussed the future of the series, the premise of the new season with the drug cartel location moving to Mexico, what went into putting together the series and bringing the characters to life. Alia and Shakun then discussed all the exciting experiences that the talent had during their visit to India. Alia ran a fun rapid fire round with showrunner Eric Newman where she asked him about his favorite scene ever from the series! The show launches on the 16th of November on Netflix. And as Alia and Shakun said, “Nos vamos a volver locos si tenemos que esperar mas!” (We are going to go crazy if we have to wait any longer)
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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.
