‘Mirzapur,’ ‘Scam 1992,’ ‘Stree 2,’ ‘Paatal Lok,’ ‘Srikanth’ Talents Unite for Indian Satire ‘Baaghi Bechare’ (EXCLUSIVE)

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For his first directorial venture, renowned writer-editor Sumit Purohit is moving behind the camera on “Baaghi Bechare,” assembling a cast that showcases some of India’s unique storytellers.

This satire features Pratik Gandhi, who gained prominence after his outstanding performance in “Scam 1992 – The Harshad Mehta Story” on SonyLIV. He is joined by Abhishek Banerjee, a talented actor recognized for his impressive performances in “Paatal Lok” on Prime Video and the hit movie “Stree 2” from last year.

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Bolstering the literary aspect of the project, Puneet Krishna, known for creating “Mirzapur” on Prime Video, has come aboard as a co-writer. The impressive cast includes Faisal Malik, who gained recognition through “Panchayat” on Prime Video, and he characterizes this project as being part of the evolving era of Indian cinema.

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To enhance the literary depth of the project, Puneet Krishna, creator of “Mirzapur” on Prime Video, has joined as co-writer. Notable actor Faisal Malik, who gained fame from “Panchayat” on Prime Video, describes this project as being a part of the transformative phase of Indian cinema.

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To boost the literary impact of the project, Puneet Krishna, the creator of “Mirzapur” on Prime Video, is now co-writing. Faisal Malik, who garnered attention through his role in “Panchayat” on Prime Video, sees this project as a part of Indian cinema’s transformative period.

As a movie enthusiast who’s had the privilege of being part of the 2020/2021 BAFTA Breakthrough India program, and whose work has been recognized with writing credits for the Emmy-nominated “Inside Edge” on Prime Video and the recent biopic “Srikanth,” I find satire to be an indispensable tool for cultural critique.

According to Purohit, satire serves as a means of release or purging for him. It allows us to face truths that seem unbelievable yet undeniably real. Working with numerous imaginative and gifted individuals on this venture fills him with optimism, as it indicates our ability to produce stories that are authentic and fearless in their portrayal of the times we’re living in.

Devansh Patel, our creative producer, comments, “There’s nothing more rewarding for me as a producer than bringing to life stories that don’t follow the usual mold. It’s no coincidence that individuals with similar inclinations are drawn together to share this captivating tale.

Chippy Babu and Abhishek Sharma, producers at Traintripper Films, view “Baaghi Bechare” as symbolic of their bigger objective. They express that from “Baaghi Bechare” and onwards, their aim is to foster an environment for daring, emotionally resonant storytelling that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and authenticity. Their aspiration is to contribute to a more diverse and courageous era in Indian cinema.

The movie is created jointly by BE8 Films Production (headed by Ashwani Kumar), Traintripper Films, and Inclusive Pictures who are serving as co-producers.

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2025-05-04 06:46