Movies
Lady Nayanthara’s ‘Rakkayie’ teaser unveiled on her birthday
Mumbai: In a grand celebration of the ‘Lady Superstar’ Nayanthara’s birthday, MovieVerse Studios (an IN10 Media Network company) and Drumsticks Productions, unveiled the captivating title teaser for their highly anticipated period-action drama, Rakkayie. This film marks a major milestone for both companies.
Launched digitally, the teaser offers a glimpse into what to expect from this major feature and promises to showcase Nayanthara in an unprecedented action-packed role.
Directed by debutant filmmaker Senthil Nallasamy, it offers a fresh and thrilling take on the period-action genre. The film’s title teaser that dropped today, has already caught the attention of fans and critics alike, generating tremendous excitement.
“We are incredibly excited to see Rakkayie come to life and couldn’t be happier to be associated with the supremely talented Nayanthara on our maiden Tamil production. She has an exceptional ability to bring depth to every role she takes on and can’t wait to share her new avatar with her fans. For us, this is more than just a film; it is the start of a new chapter for our team and we look forward to collaborating with talented artists and storytellers to bring more such impactful narratives to life that are agnostic of language and geography. ” said IN10 Media Network managing director Aditya Pittie.
The screenplay, blending intense drama with high-stakes action, is set to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The film’s music will be composed by the well-respected and award winning composer Govind Vasantha, with cinematography by Gautham Rajendran who is set to bring the film’s period visuals to life, while Praveen Antony serves as editor to ensure a fast-paced, thrilling viewing experience.
MovieVerse Studio CEO Vivek Krishnani added, “Rakkayie is a film that has been carefully crafted to push boundaries. We are proud to be producing this film, bringing together the powerhouse talent of Nayanthara and a wonderfully crafted story that is steeped in cultural ethos and will connect with the masses. We are happy to have partnered with Drumsticks Productions who have a successful legacy of creating compelling cinema and with our focus on promoting new talent we are excited to back the vision of talented debutant director Senthil Nallasamy who promised to deliver something completely unique and never seen before.”
Drumsticks Productions CEO S. Vijayan shared his enthusiasm, saying, “Rakkayie is not just our 10th production; it also marks a wonderful start of our exciting journey with MovieVerse Studios. We are looking forward to it, and can’t wait to bring it to audiences soon. Nayanthara’s dedication to her craft and her body of work is unparalleled, and we believe this will be one of her most memorable roles.”
With filming set to commence, further announcements regarding the full cast and additional details about the film will be made in the coming weeks.
Hindi
ZEE5, Applause announce new film Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa
Rajat Kapoor’s dark comedy thriller to stream on ZEE5 from April 10
MUMBAI: ZEE5 and Applause Entertainment have announced their next direct-to-digital collaboration, Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a darkly comic whodunnit set to stream from April 10.
Produced in association with Mithya Talkies and written and directed by Rajat Kapoor, the film marks the latest addition to a growing slate of genre-diverse titles from the two partners. Their previous collaborations include dramas, psychological thrillers and dark comedies, with this outing leaning into a layered murder mystery.
The film features an ensemble cast including Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, Waluscha De Sousa and Saurabh Shukla, among others. The narrative promises a mix of satire, strained relationships and hidden tensions, inviting viewers to look beyond the crime to the dynamics that lead up to it.
ZEE5 business head hindi and chief channel officer Andtv Kaveri Das said, “Our collaboration with Applause Entertainment has been instrumental in building a strong slate with titles such as Bloody Brothers, Mithya and Jab Khuli Kitaab. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a natural progression, aligning with our focus on genre-led content that resonates with audiences.”
Applause Entertainment business head movies Sunil Chainani said, “This collaboration with ZEE5 continues to stand out for its diversity of genres and narrative styles. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa adds a sharp, darkly comic whodunnit to that mix, driven by Rajat Kapoor’s distinct voice.”
Sharing his creative approach, Rajat Kapoor said he was drawn to the emotional layers behind the genre. “I was interested not just in the mechanics of a whodunnit, but the emotional violence that precedes physical violence. These are people who appear close, yet carry unspoken tensions that eventually surface.”
The partnership between ZEE5 and Applause continues to build on a shared focus on distinctive storytelling, with each project exploring a different tone and genre.
With its mix of humour, tension and ensemble storytelling, the film aims to offer more than just a mystery. It promises a closer look at the secrets people keep, and the consequences when they finally come to light.
