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Prime Video’s unscripted original series Follow Kar Lo Yaar to premiere on 23 August
Follow Kar Lo Yaar is an unabashed viewpoint into the curious and exciting life of social media sensation – Uorfi Javed
Produced under the banner of Sol Productions Pvt Ltd by Fazila Allana and Kamna Menezes and directed by Sandeep Kukreja, the nine-episode Hindi reality-follow series will premiere on August 23 in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide
Mumbai: Prime Video has announced the premiere date for its unscripted original series, Follow Kar Lo Yaar. The nine-episode series, produced by Sol Productions’, Fazila Allana and Kamna Menezes and directed by Sandeep Kukreja, is an unfiltered and immersive viewpoint into the life of Uorfi Javed. Follow Kar Lo Yaar is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide on 23 August in Hindi with subtitles in English. Follow Kar Lo Yaar is the latest addition to the Prime membership.
Follow Karlo Yaar will immerse the audience in the world of Uorfi, constantly pursued by the limelight, while also providing an unfiltered glimpse into all the drama behind the scenes. Beyond the glitz and glamour, beyond the filters on the gram, beyond the bizarre social posts and stories, the unscripted series bares the raw, unvarnished truth about her life outside of social media, her arduous journey, overcoming countless hurdles, her rise to fame, her relentless pursuit of fame and fortune, and the intricate dynamics of her dysfunctional family life.
“Stories of resilience and ambition will always find resonance with the audience, and Uorfi’s journey from an ordinary girl in Lucknow to one of the most recognizable faces of the country is nothing short of inspiring. Her story is defined by her unwavering determination and passion to carve her unique path in the world of fashion and entertainment as she ascends from her humble beginnings to becoming a social media sensation and a serious entrepreneur,” said Prime Video, India head of originals Nikhil Madhok. “Together with Sol and director Sandeep Kukreja, we are delighted to present Follow Kar Lo Yaar, a compelling and captivating reality-follow series that will certainly appeal to a global audience.”
Sol Productions Pvt Ltd’s Fazila Allana and Kamna Menezes said, “We are thrilled to partner with Prime Video for Follow Kar Lo Yaar, presenting the intriguing and riveting journey of Uorfi Javed. From an outsider to becoming Asia’s most searched celebrity in 2022, her life and backstory have been a curious case for years, as she continues to make headlines and heads turn. We are confident that Prime Video’s audience in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide will deeply appreciate and connect with Uorfi’s compelling story, which not only entertains but also inspires and embodies resilience.”
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Epic Company launches unified Epic Studio for films and OTT
Vivek Krishnani to head films business; Samar Khan leads OTT & Television.
MUMBAI: Epic just merged its creative superheroes under one cape because when films and OTT need to fight for attention together, you don’t keep them in separate universes. The Epic Company has launched Epic Studio, a next-generation creative and production powerhouse that unites Juggernaut Productions and Movieverse Studio under a single banner. The move creates a streamlined, scalable platform for premium storytelling across theatrical films, OTT originals, television, digital-first formats and branded content.
Vivek Krishnani has been appointed chief executive officer, Epic Studio (Films), overseeing the theatrical and film business with a focus on culturally resonant narratives across Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Gujarati and Malayalam cinema. Samar Khan continues as chief executive officer, Epic Studio (OTT & Television) and retains his role as chief content officer for Docubay and Epic On.
The Epic Company managing director Aditya Pittie said, “Epic Studio brings together our entire creative ecosystem under one unified studio vision. This is not just an integration of verticals, but the creation of a collaborative environment where writers, filmmakers, creators, and brand partners can seamlessly develop and scale stories across formats and screens.”
Vivek Krishnani added, “We are building an audience-focused mainstream film studio committed to delivering fresh, engaging, and innovative stories for both theatrical and streaming platforms.”
Samar Khan commented, “This alignment allows us to approach storytelling with a unified studio mindset. We are building IP under one creative umbrella, with scale and longevity in mind from inception.”
The unified structure eliminates silos, enabling ideas to flow fluidly from concept to screen while adapting to evolving audience behaviour. Epic Studio positions itself as a creator-led ecosystem championing purposeful, resonant storytelling with commercial strength.
In an entertainment landscape where stories now leap between screens faster than plot twists, Epic isn’t just building a studio, it’s crafting a single launchpad where every tale gets the best shot at soaring across every platform.
