Mumbai, Aug 20: Global actress Priyanka Chopra is set to produce her first Marathi film, Paani, in collaboration with Rajshri Entertainment.
This project marks Rajshri Entertainment’s debut in Marathi cinema and is already making waves in the industry. The film combines the efforts of three major players: Rajshri Entertainment, Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s Purple Pebble Pictures, and Kothare Vision Pvt Ltd.
Directed by Addinath M. Kothare in his debut role, Paani is slated for release on October 18. This collaboration signifies a major milestone for Rajshri Entertainment and promises an exceptional cinematic experience for Marathi audiences.
Written by Nitin Dixit, Paani boasts a stellar cast including Addinath M. Kothare, Rucha Vaidya, Subodh Bhave, Rajit Kapur, Kishor Kadam, Nitin Dixit, Sachin Goswami, Mohanabai, Shripad Joshi, and Vikas Pandurang Patil. The film is produced by Neha Barjatya and the late Rajjat Barjatya from Rajshri Entertainment, along with Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Dr Madhu Chopra under Purple Pebble Pictures. Mahesh Kothare and Siddharth Chopra serve as associate producers.
Expressing her excitement about the project, Priyanka Chopra Jonas said, "I'm thrilled to share Paani with the world - a true passion project that tackles a vital issue. This film is special, and challenging to make but so relevant for the time we live in. This is an inspiring story of one man’s journey to find solutions that will radically change the lives of all those around him."