New Delhi, Mar 30: Karan Johar, Zoya Akhtar, Anurag Kashyap and Dibakar Banerjee -- the quadruple
team of 'Bombay Talkies' are all set to bring another anthology titled 'Lust
Stories' on digital platform Netflix, trade sources said on Friday.
'The film, which is produced by Ronnie Screwvala
and Ashi Dua, has decided to experiment with the digital platform. Ronnie
collaborated with Netflix recently with the release of the Vicky Kaushal film
'Love Per Square Foot',' sources said.
The anthology 'Lust Stories' features an ensemble cast.
The Karan Johar story stars Vicky Kaushal along with Kiara Advani and Neha Dhupia.
As for the Anurag Kashyap, it stars Radhika Apte and Sairat actor Akash Thosar. Also, Bhumi Pednekar and Manisha Koirala will play prominent roles in Zoya Akhtar and Dibakar Banerjee’s films respectively.
Speaking on his production, Ronnie Screwvala said, 'Lust Stories – four short films that deal with real life relationships in modern India and brought together as one film brilliantly under a common theme by Anurag, Dibakar, Karan and Zoya is a perfect premiere for global audiences on Netflix. Diverse global audiences will discover, engage and enjoy this movie.'
On the other hand, Anurag Kashyap too considers this as a great opportunity and is all praises for Netflix as a platform.
'The opportunities that a streaming service such as Netflix provides to creators are unparalleled, with the freedom to execute our vision, reach new audiences in 190 countries and tell a memorable story. As audiences move towards enjoying entertainment online, I’m delighted to play a part in welcoming this shift in India,' Anurag said.
'A theme of lust….a new age and dynamic platform…the company of prolific filmmakers…the vision of Ashi Dua and Ronnie Screwvala made this experience immensely sexy and satisfying! (no pun intended)… 'Lust Stories' breaks ground and even tears the envelope at times! This one is worth the price of a subscription,' Karan Johar said.
'Viewers today demand freedom in how they consume entertainment and since our stories have evolved to reflect modern sensibilities, so should the medium.” Dibakar Banerjee expressed his happiness over going unconventional for this film. He concluded, “I already feel a lot smarter, cooler, and maybe more honest. Something traditional theatricals do not make you feel any more,' Zoya added. UNI
The anthology 'Lust Stories' features an ensemble cast.
The Karan Johar story stars Vicky Kaushal along with Kiara Advani and Neha Dhupia.
As for the Anurag Kashyap, it stars Radhika Apte and Sairat actor Akash Thosar. Also, Bhumi Pednekar and Manisha Koirala will play prominent roles in Zoya Akhtar and Dibakar Banerjee’s films respectively.
Speaking on his production, Ronnie Screwvala said, 'Lust Stories – four short films that deal with real life relationships in modern India and brought together as one film brilliantly under a common theme by Anurag, Dibakar, Karan and Zoya is a perfect premiere for global audiences on Netflix. Diverse global audiences will discover, engage and enjoy this movie.'
On the other hand, Anurag Kashyap too considers this as a great opportunity and is all praises for Netflix as a platform.
'The opportunities that a streaming service such as Netflix provides to creators are unparalleled, with the freedom to execute our vision, reach new audiences in 190 countries and tell a memorable story. As audiences move towards enjoying entertainment online, I’m delighted to play a part in welcoming this shift in India,' Anurag said.
'A theme of lust….a new age and dynamic platform…the company of prolific filmmakers…the vision of Ashi Dua and Ronnie Screwvala made this experience immensely sexy and satisfying! (no pun intended)… 'Lust Stories' breaks ground and even tears the envelope at times! This one is worth the price of a subscription,' Karan Johar said.
'Viewers today demand freedom in how they consume entertainment and since our stories have evolved to reflect modern sensibilities, so should the medium.” Dibakar Banerjee expressed his happiness over going unconventional for this film. He concluded, “I already feel a lot smarter, cooler, and maybe more honest. Something traditional theatricals do not make you feel any more,' Zoya added. UNI
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