Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios and Rocking Star Yash’s Monster Mind Creations Join Forces To Produce Global Epic, “Ramayana”
24 Abril 2024 - 11:15AM
In a groundbreaking collaboration that has set the entertainment
industry abuzz, Namit Malhotra’s production company Prime Focus
Studios and Rocking Star Yash’s Monster Mind Creations have joined
forces to create the definitive version of epic Indian saga,
“Ramayana,” for global audiences.
Visionary producer Namit Malhotra, who is also the Global CEO of
Academy Award-winning visual effects company DNEG, has been
developing his plans to bring this age-old tale to the big screen
for several years. He found a kindred spirit in global superstar
Yash, and the two filmmaking powerhouses quickly discovered a
shared vision to bring this story of India’s rich cultural heritage
to the world.
Together with renowned director Nitesh Tiwari, and with DNEG
onboard to deliver a never-before-seen visual cinematic experience,
Namit and Yash have embarked on a monumental journey to showcase
the timeless appeal of Indian mythology and storytelling traditions
on the world stage.
“After years spent living between the US, the UK, and India,
building a business that has achieved unparalleled commercial
success and more Oscar wins in the last ten years than any other
company, my personal journey has led me to the point that I feel
ready to do justice to the incredible story of ‘Ramayana,’ treating
it with the due care and reverence that it deserves,” said
Namit Malhotra, Global CEO, DNEG. “My challenges
from the start have been two-fold: to respect the sanctity of a
tale which is held in such high regard by all of us who grew up
with it, while also bringing it to the world in such a way that
this incredible story is embraced by international audiences as a
compelling big screen experience.”
Namit Malhotra continued, “In Yash I recognize
a similar aspiration to share the best of our culture with the
world. Inspired by his journey from ‘Karnataka’ to the incredible
international success of ‘K.G.F: Chapter 2,’ I can’t think of a
better partner to help create a major global impact with this, the
greatest of all our stories.”
With his undeniable ability to breathe life into characters and
stories, Yash has emerged as a global icon, garnering a fervent
fanbase both in India and internationally. As a creative producer
on all of his films since 2014, Yash brings a wealth of innovation
and experience, ensuring that every project that he is involved
with resonates with audiences on a profound level.
“It has been my long-term aspiration to make films that will
showcase Indian cinema on a global level. In pursuit of that, I was
in LA to ally with one of the best VFX studios, and to my
amazement, the driving force behind it was a fellow Indian,”
said Yash. “Namit and I had various ideation
sessions, and coincidentally, our synergy on the vision for Indian
cinema aligned perfectly. We brainstormed various projects, and
during these discussions, the subject of ‘Ramayana’ came up. Namit
had a part of it in the works; ‘Ramayana,’ as a subject, deeply
resonates with me and I had an approach in my mind for it. By
joining forces to co-produce ‘Ramayana’ we are bringing together
our collective vision and experience to create an Indian film that
will ignite excitement and passion in audiences across the
world.”
Together, the two producers epitomize the perfect blend of
creative and technical excellence and experience that is getting
fans eagerly excited for this ambitious and exciting production.
With Namit Malhotra and Yash at the helm and Nitesh Tiwari in the
director’s chair, “Ramayana” is shaping up to be an unforgettable
cinematic experience.
“This is an Indian film presenting Indian culture to the world
in a way that no other film has ever been able to achieve,”
added Namit Malhotra. “As a third-generation
filmmaker who has spent the last thirty years building a garage
start-up into the world’s largest and most celebrated company in
its field, I feel that all of my experience has been leading to
this moment. Our interpretation will be told without compromise and
presented in such a way that Indian hearts will swell with pride to
see their culture brought to the rest of the world in this way. We
are assembling the very best global talent - from our filmmakers,
to our stars, to our crews, to our backers and investors - to tell
this epic story with the care, attention, and conviction that it
deserves. I am incredibly proud of what we are creating, and I
cannot wait for the world to experience the very best of Indian
culture and storytelling on cinema screens across the globe.”
“‘Ramayana’ is woven into the fabric of our lives. We believe we
know it well, yet each encounter unveils fresh wisdom, ignites new
knowledge, and offers unique perspectives," concludes
Yash. “Our vision is to translate this timeless epic onto
the silver screen in a grand spectacle, honoring its scale. But at
its core, it will be an honest and faithful portrayal of the story,
the emotions, and the enduring values we hold so dear. This is a
journey to share the ‘Ramayana’ with the world, a testament to our
commitment to creative exploration, bold visions, and honest
storytelling."
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About Prime Focus StudiosLed by producer Namit
Malhotra, Prime Focus Studios is an independent production company
dedicated to the creation of innovative and exciting global
content.
Prime Focus Studios is currently co-producing three major motion
pictures: Indian epic “Ramayana” with Rocking Star Yash’s Monster
Mind Creations; “Animal Friends” with Legendary Entertainment and
Ryan Reynolds’ production company Maximum Effort; and the
forthcoming animated film “The Garfield Movie,” with Alcon
Entertainment for Sony Pictures.
About Monster Mind CreationsFounded by Rocking
Star Yash, Monster Mind Creations is an independent production
house dedicated to nurturing creative talent and bringing forth
exceptional content.
Monster Mind Creations is currently co-producing two major
films: “Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups” in collaboration with
KVN Productions and “Ramayana” alongside Prime Focus Studios.
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