Red Bison Productions (U.S.A) and Azure Entertainment (India) Announce First Indo-Hollywood Feature Collaboration featuring Mohit Raina and Priya Mani

U.S. based Red Bison Productions has entered into a strategic creative alliance with Mumbai-based Azure Entertainment to produce a major cross-border feature film. The project marks Azure Entertainment’s first Hollywood collaboration and signals a powerful new chapter in Indo-U.S. cinematic partnerships, a significant step towards truly global storytelling.

Written & Directed by Harsh Mahadeshwar, the untitled feature is, is based on an extraordinary true story that explores the emotional and cultural journey of an immigrant family navigating life beyond the traditional idea of the American Dream. Rooted in authenticity yet cinematic in scale, the narrative reflects the evolving language of global cinema where mindful stories transcend geography, culture, and borders.

Headlining the film are Indian National Award winner Priya Mani and the acclaimed, versatile actor Mohit Raina, coming together for a powerful and nuanced on-screen collaboration. The film will be shot across New York and New Jersey, with key portions filmed in Delhi and Jammu-Kashmir, offering a visually and emotionally expansive canvas that mirrors the global arc of the story.

Principal photography is scheduled to begin in April 2026.

Mohit Raina shared, “This project is very close to my heart because it explores identity and belonging in a deeply honest way. Being part of Azure Entertainment and Red Bison Productions’ first Indo-Hollywood collaboration makes it even more special, as it represents a meaningful step toward global storytelling. I’m excited to bring this journey to life and to collaborate with such a passionate team on a story that transcends borders.”

Priya Mani said, “What drew me to this film instantly was the emotional truth of the story. In the process, working with the teams at Red Bison Productions and Azure Entertainment has been a truly enriching experience – there is a shared passion and sensitivity towards the story that reflects in every creative choice. I’m grateful to be part of a project that brings together such committed collaborators to tell a story that will connect with audiences across borders.”

Romila Saraf Bhat, Founder of Red Bison Productions, said:

“From its inception, this story demanded a global voice and an honest cinematic treatment. Collaborating with Azure Entertainment, known for its compelling narratives and with Harsh Mahadeshwar at the helm, gives this film a strong creative foundation. With Priya Mani and Mohit Raina leading the cast, and an inspiring narrative that spans continents, we are creating cinema that is deeply personal yet universally resonant.”

Speaking about Azure Entertainment’s global foray, Prashant Ramesh Mishra, CEO and Co-Founder of Azure Entertainment, said:

“This film represents a defining moment for Azure Entertainment as we step into global cinema for the first time. We have always believed in strong, emotionally driven storytelling -whether it was Rocky Handsome, Badla, or Kesari. This story goes beyond borders and beyond the idea of the American Dream, reflecting on to the shared human experience of aspiration, loss, and resilience. Partnering with Red Bison Productions USA and director Harsh Mahadeshwar allows us to produce this factual story with both scale and soul.”

About Azure Entertainment (India):

Positioned as a Glocal (Global yet Local) Junior Studio, Azure Entertainment continues to champion stories that are deep rooted in local authenticity while crafted for international audiences. With its powerful true-life inspiration, acclaimed cast, international locations, and cross-cultural collaboration, this partnership with Red Bison Productions U.S.A marks a landmark Indo-Hollywood alliance, reinforcing a shared vision to create culturally resonant cinema that travels seamlessly across borders, signalling Azure Entertainment’s confident entry into the world of global cinema and reinforcing Red Bison Productions’ commitment to stories that traverse across borders.

Further announcements regarding the film’s title, additional cast and release plans will be made in due course.