After touching new heights of success in the West, actress Priyanka Chopra has turned towards regional cinema donning the hat of a producer. The ‘Desi Girl’ has joined hands with producer Vashu Bhagnani for Punjabi movie ‘Sarvann’ and said that she is extremely excited for the project.
In a statement from the Purple Pebble Pictures, the ‘Quantico’ star said that she is overwhelmed by the response the regional movie ventures have received. She further added that the company has been further strengthened by the collaboration with Vashuji.
“We have a great team that is making a very special film and we can't wait to share it with the world,” the statement read.
‘Sarvann’ which is a story of a young boy who unknowingly discovers his identity will be produced by Priyanka's mother, Madhu Chopra and Bhagnani. Madhu Chopra called the movie a heart touching narrative of a young NRI returning to India.
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Bhagnani said: "It's wonderful to collaborate with Priyanka Chopra and Madhu Chopra. I'm glad that after so many years of being in the industry, we now got the opportunity to work together and are making our debut as producers in Punjabi films together. 'Sarvann' is a wonderful heart-warming film and the audience is going to love the script."
"Sarvann" is part of the exciting line-up of regional films announced by PPP earlier this year as part of its vision to create a platform for great stories, irrespective of their genre and language.
While the first schedule of "Sarvann" has been completed in Canada, the second marathon schedule began on September 5 in Chandigarh.
Directed by Karaan Guliani, the movie stars Amrinder Gill, Ranjit Bawa and Simi Chehail.
(With IANS Inputs)
