Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions have joined hands to bring a star-studded lineup of films to the big screen. As part of the association, Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions will collaborate on some of the most awaited films, including the love story of Rocky and Rani, directed by Karan Johar, starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt and Raj Mehta’s Jag Jug Jiyo, starring Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani in lead roles.
Shakun Batra’s next starring Deepika Padukone, Ananya Panday and Siddhant Chaturvedi as well as Shashank Khaitan’s next Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani and Bhumi Pednekar are also part of the deal.
Speaking about the partnership, Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Studios said: “As Viacom18 Studios embarks on a new chapter, we are looking forward to significant partnerships with creators shaping mainstream entertainment. Collaborating to produce a slate of films further cements our long-standing association with Karan and Dharma Productions.”
Karan Johar said, “At Viacom18 Studios and Ajith, we have a partner who not only shares our vision in storytelling, but also our approach to different cinema. Dharma Productions is committed to entertaining moviegoers across the globe with every film and this partnership will only enable it.”
Apoorva Mehta, CEO, Dharma Productions said, “The partnership with Viacom18 Studios is an important step for Dharma as we together set out to bring the best of Hindi cinema back to the theater audience. We believe that strategic tie-up is the way forward for the film industry and this partnership is a step towards a long-term alliance.”
The films that are part of the deal are in various stages of production and are expected to release in the next 18- 24 months. Along with Viacom18’s major broadcast channels, the network has also acquired the satellite rights for these films.
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