Acclaimed actor Dibyendu Bhattacharya, who was recently seen in the streaming series ‘Poacher’, is set to return as Dsp Barun Ghosh in the upcoming season 3 of ‘Undekhi’.The actor revealed his fondness for portraying police officers, citing their valour and selflessness as qualities that have always intrigued him.
The trailer for ‘Undekhi 3’ was recently unveiled, heightening audience anticipation once again.
Dibyendu, who previously portrayed a cop in ‘Jamatara’, spoke about playing a cop again in this popular franchise.
The actor told Ians: “Well, I must confess that I really enjoy playing a cop! Police officers always fascinated me, their valour, their selflessness. If you see, the character arcs in both the shows (‘Jamatara’ and ‘Undekhi’) are strikingly different. As Dsp Barun Ghosh, there’s an innate need to prove the devious ‘papaji’ guilty.”
“As we delve into the next chapter of Barun’s journey, I can promise fans that the...
The trailer for ‘Undekhi 3’ was recently unveiled, heightening audience anticipation once again.
Dibyendu, who previously portrayed a cop in ‘Jamatara’, spoke about playing a cop again in this popular franchise.
The actor told Ians: “Well, I must confess that I really enjoy playing a cop! Police officers always fascinated me, their valour, their selflessness. If you see, the character arcs in both the shows (‘Jamatara’ and ‘Undekhi’) are strikingly different. As Dsp Barun Ghosh, there’s an innate need to prove the devious ‘papaji’ guilty.”
“As we delve into the next chapter of Barun’s journey, I can promise fans that the...
- 4/20/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Amazon Prime Video has had several shows that talk about deities and nature conservation. Richie Mehta’s Poacher was a game changer, and two years ago, Suzhal: The Vortex was a murder mystery surrounded by elements of divinity with a connection with nature. Created by Nandhini J.S., Inspector Rishi is a murder investigation tale coupled with the local tales of mythical creatures focusing on the fear created about them. The ten-episode show extensively talks about the small town of Thaenkaadu, which was surrounded by vast forests.
Spoilers Ahead
What Were The Kinds Of Murders Taking Place?
Inspector Rishi began with an incident that occurred twenty years ago. A local tribe conducted a ritual for their deity and killed themselves in a pyre of fire they created. There was no explanation given for these mass suicides, but they set things in motion for Thaenkaadu, a town surrounded by vast forests...
Spoilers Ahead
What Were The Kinds Of Murders Taking Place?
Inspector Rishi began with an incident that occurred twenty years ago. A local tribe conducted a ritual for their deity and killed themselves in a pyre of fire they created. There was no explanation given for these mass suicides, but they set things in motion for Thaenkaadu, a town surrounded by vast forests...
- 3/30/2024
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Actor Dibyendu Bhattacharya, who is known for ‘Maqbool’, ‘Black Friday’, ‘Dev D.’, ‘Lootera’ and is currently receiving a lot of positive response for ‘Poacher’, has shared that he likes to collect souvenirs from the film set.
Over the years, Dibyendu has carved a niche for himself as he has emerged as a bankable actor who brings a certain assurance for the producers and storytellers.
The actor told YouTube channel Digital Commentary: “I always collect souvenirs from film sets. If I’m shooting for a film and my character smokes a pipe, I would request the makers humbly if I could keep that pipe as a souvenir, if my character uses a zippo lighter in a film or a series, I would request the producers to allow me to keep the lighter.”
He then narrated an incident when a female producer treated him badly.
Dibyendu said: “In one project, I kept a watch as a souvenir,...
Over the years, Dibyendu has carved a niche for himself as he has emerged as a bankable actor who brings a certain assurance for the producers and storytellers.
The actor told YouTube channel Digital Commentary: “I always collect souvenirs from film sets. If I’m shooting for a film and my character smokes a pipe, I would request the makers humbly if I could keep that pipe as a souvenir, if my character uses a zippo lighter in a film or a series, I would request the producers to allow me to keep the lighter.”
He then narrated an incident when a female producer treated him badly.
Dibyendu said: “In one project, I kept a watch as a souvenir,...
- 3/3/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The corridor talk at next week’s Ficci-Frames conference in Mumbai, often Indian media’s top confab, is for once less likely to focus on ‘what if?’ and more on ‘what next?’
That’s because, with the January collapse of the $10 billion Sony-zee merger plans and late February’s confirmation that Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries (which incorporates Viacom18 and streamer JioCinema) is to tie up most of Disney’s streaming and pay-tv businesses in an $8.5 billion deal, Indian media is set to gain a new market leader.
For local and international operators in the world’s most populous nation, the consequences of those tectonic shifts extend across streaming, pay-tv, channels, advertising, sports and content.
The merged Reliance Industries and Disney India (Disney+ Hotstar and Star TV) giant will be able to capture: 35% of total TV viewership; 40% of the total revenue market for broadcasters, including ad sales and affiliate fees...
That’s because, with the January collapse of the $10 billion Sony-zee merger plans and late February’s confirmation that Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries (which incorporates Viacom18 and streamer JioCinema) is to tie up most of Disney’s streaming and pay-tv businesses in an $8.5 billion deal, Indian media is set to gain a new market leader.
For local and international operators in the world’s most populous nation, the consequences of those tectonic shifts extend across streaming, pay-tv, channels, advertising, sports and content.
The merged Reliance Industries and Disney India (Disney+ Hotstar and Star TV) giant will be able to capture: 35% of total TV viewership; 40% of the total revenue market for broadcasters, including ad sales and affiliate fees...
- 3/1/2024
- by Patrick Frater and Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Created by Richie Mehta, the Amazon Prime series Poacher is based on the investigation of elephant poaching for illegal ivory trading in Kerala, Malaya. A character named Alan becomes involved in the case due to his passion for animals and his dedication to preserving the ecosystem. Richie Mehta drew inspiration from a Kerala-based It engineer named Jose Louies to create the fictional character Alan Joseph in his work. The incident of animal poaching deeply troubles him, igniting his pursuit for justice. He teams up with Mala Jogi, the forest ranger, under the supervision of Neel Banerjee, the Chief Wildlife Warden of the area. However, as the series progresses, we discover there is more to Alan than meets the eye. He conceals the truth about his involvement in the investigation to protect his family. Roshan Matthew, known for his roles in films like Darlings, delivers a noteworthy performance as Alan in Poacher.
- 2/25/2024
- by Sutanuka Banerjee
- Film Fugitives
Poacher, an Amazon Prime series directed by Richie Mehta, revolves around the investigation of elephant poaching, which is one of the largest cases of its kind in India. A dedicated team, including Forest Service officers, police constables, and civil volunteers, risks their lives to investigate the most significant elephant ivory poachers and bring them to justice. Set in Kerala, Malayattoor, the story follows Mala, a forest ranger portrayed by Nimisha Sajayan, whom we have previously seen in The Great Indian Kitchen and many more. Sajayan’s portrayal of Mala is remarkable, capturing her bravery, risk-taking nature, and passion for wildlife conservation. She is committed to protecting the ecosystem and upholding justice. As the narrative unfolds, we witness Mala’s relentless pursuit of truth as she delves deep into the investigation, determined to capture those involved in the ivory poaching ring. Director Richie Mehta said that the character Mala Jogi drew...
- 2/25/2024
- by Sutanuka Banerjee
- Film Fugitives
Actor Roshan Mathew, who is receiving a lot of positive response for his work in the recently released streaming show ‘Poacher’, has shed light on the connecting link between him and his character in the series.
The actor recently shared that his character’s geographical background and the language paved the way for him to walk into the world of the character.
Roshan said: “The geographical background of this character and his language gave me the link into his world because apart from that, this man is very different from who I’m in terms of the kind of things that he does and the life that he leads”.
He also shared that his past experience of working with Malayalam star Nimisha Sajayan also came in handy.
Roshan added: “When I went into this project, I had already worked with Nimisha Sajayan, so I had that in my bag. I...
The actor recently shared that his character’s geographical background and the language paved the way for him to walk into the world of the character.
Roshan said: “The geographical background of this character and his language gave me the link into his world because apart from that, this man is very different from who I’m in terms of the kind of things that he does and the life that he leads”.
He also shared that his past experience of working with Malayalam star Nimisha Sajayan also came in handy.
Roshan added: “When I went into this project, I had already worked with Nimisha Sajayan, so I had that in my bag. I...
- 2/25/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Created by Richie Mehta, the immersive crime drama Poacher covers the untold story of poaching and illegal trading of ivory all over the world. This eight-part crime thriller, streaming on Amazon Prime, is focused on highlighting the real-life mission, Operation Shikar, which successfully uncovered the largest ring of illegal poachers in India. This series is focused on the quest of forest officials to unveil the illegal racket that had been killing countless elephants for their tusks in the forests of Kerala. The wonderful cast has managed to add an extra charm to the presentation of the series.
Mala
Nimisha Sajayan as Mala, a Forest Department Officer, has a strong foothold throughout the series. Being an animal lover, she is strongly opposed to the idea of illegal hunting and wants to break the poaching ring as soon as possible. She jumps to action when her superior, Neel, assigns her the case.
Mala
Nimisha Sajayan as Mala, a Forest Department Officer, has a strong foothold throughout the series. Being an animal lover, she is strongly opposed to the idea of illegal hunting and wants to break the poaching ring as soon as possible. She jumps to action when her superior, Neel, assigns her the case.
- 2/24/2024
- by Debjyoti Dey
- Film Fugitives
The crime series Poacher is currently streaming on Amazon Prime and covers a subject crucial to wildlife conservation. Alia Bhatt has made her debut as an executive producer in the series, backed by the imminent director, Richie Mehta. The story is based on real-life incidents, highlighting Operation Shikar, which received a national award in 2017 for excellence in outstanding wildlife protection measures. The illegal poaching of elephants in Kerala to trade their tusks, also known as ivory, have been shed light on in Poacher. Will Neel be able to uncover the racket for illegal poaching? Why was Mala so eager to catch the poachers? Will Poonam Verma confess to her crimes? Let’s find out!
Spoilers Ahead
How Did The Police Try To Catch The Poachers?
The Indian amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act in 1991 restricted poaching. Despite the restrictions, illegal poaching had been going on with aid from crime syndicates like the Triads and Yakuza.
Spoilers Ahead
How Did The Police Try To Catch The Poachers?
The Indian amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act in 1991 restricted poaching. Despite the restrictions, illegal poaching had been going on with aid from crime syndicates like the Triads and Yakuza.
- 2/23/2024
- by Debjyoti Dey
- Film Fugitives
Poacher
Starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Kani Kusruti, Ranjitha Menon,Maala Parvathi
Directed by Richie Mehta
Poacher is about killing elephants for their tusk. Richie Mehta , known to not spare us any details from the scene of the crime (Delhi Crime) highlights scenes of poachers ripping out the priceless ivory from elephants wailing in unbearable pain.
I don’t know how Mehta shot these never-before scenes of cruelty to animals. We are assured that no animal was harmed during the shooting. We as the spectators are irreparably harmed.
It is not a pleasant sight to see how cruel we humans can be. Poached is an expose on a loveless irredeemably lost civilization which no longer cares about the damage we cause to our own earth every single day.
But we are straying. The focus here is on the plunder of elephants. It is not an easy breezy series to sit through.
Starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Kani Kusruti, Ranjitha Menon,Maala Parvathi
Directed by Richie Mehta
Poacher is about killing elephants for their tusk. Richie Mehta , known to not spare us any details from the scene of the crime (Delhi Crime) highlights scenes of poachers ripping out the priceless ivory from elephants wailing in unbearable pain.
I don’t know how Mehta shot these never-before scenes of cruelty to animals. We are assured that no animal was harmed during the shooting. We as the spectators are irreparably harmed.
It is not a pleasant sight to see how cruel we humans can be. Poached is an expose on a loveless irredeemably lost civilization which no longer cares about the damage we cause to our own earth every single day.
But we are straying. The focus here is on the plunder of elephants. It is not an easy breezy series to sit through.
- 2/23/2024
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
“Poacher” is a new live-action TV crime series, directed by Richie Mehta, starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dipyendu Bhattachary, streaming February 23, 2024 on Prime Video:
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“…’Indian Forest Service’ officers, ‘Ngo’ workers, police constables and ‘Good Samaritans’, risk their lives trying to track down the biggest elephant ivory poachers in the history of India and bring them to justice…”
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- 2/22/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
In the plethora of content available for audiences, very few characters make a mark in the audience’s mind, and seldom, it is a female character, especially in a cop role. However, with Richie Mehta helming a project, a trend seems to be emerging with a female character at the heart of it, be it Vartika Chaturvedi in ‘Delhi Crime’ or Mala Jogi in ‘Poacher’. Known for his signature style of investigative storytelling, Richie Mehta develops his characters to match the pace of his engaging narratives.
While ‘Poacher’ is a perfect example of an ensemble show, the character of Forest Range Officer Mala Jogi truly stands out, and played aptly by highly acclaimed and appreciated actor Nimisha Sajayan.
As a forest range officer in the Kerala Forest Department, Mala (played by Nimisha) is deeply committed to combating wildlife crime. This commitment is aggravated due to her father’s past involvement in wildlife crime.
While ‘Poacher’ is a perfect example of an ensemble show, the character of Forest Range Officer Mala Jogi truly stands out, and played aptly by highly acclaimed and appreciated actor Nimisha Sajayan.
As a forest range officer in the Kerala Forest Department, Mala (played by Nimisha) is deeply committed to combating wildlife crime. This commitment is aggravated due to her father’s past involvement in wildlife crime.
- 2/20/2024
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
At a special screening of the upcoming Amazon Original Poacher in London, the guests heaped praise on the crime series, with overwhelmingly positive and promising reactions. Written, created, and directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta and produced by QC Entertainment, Poacher features an accomplished ensemble cast including Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and
Dibyendu Bhattacharya. The series is a riveting fictionalized dramatization of real-life events based on a group of Indian Forest Service officers, Ngo workers, police constables, and good Samaritans who risked their lives trying to track down and bring to justice the biggest elephant ivory poaching ring in the history of India.
Richie Mehta, along with Manish Menghani, director, content licensing at Prime Video India, Executive Producer, Alia Bhatt, and QC Entertainment’s principals Raymond Mansfield and Sean McKittrick visited London for the publicity of the series ahead of its global streaming premiere. Celebrities including Freida Pinto, Gurinder Chadha,...
Dibyendu Bhattacharya. The series is a riveting fictionalized dramatization of real-life events based on a group of Indian Forest Service officers, Ngo workers, police constables, and good Samaritans who risked their lives trying to track down and bring to justice the biggest elephant ivory poaching ring in the history of India.
Richie Mehta, along with Manish Menghani, director, content licensing at Prime Video India, Executive Producer, Alia Bhatt, and QC Entertainment’s principals Raymond Mansfield and Sean McKittrick visited London for the publicity of the series ahead of its global streaming premiere. Celebrities including Freida Pinto, Gurinder Chadha,...
- 2/19/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
“Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta’s India-set Prime Video series “Poacher” could become a global franchise.
The Amazon original is produced by QC Entertainment, led by partners Sean McKittrick, Raymond Mansfield and Edward H. Hamm Jr., who backed Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning “Get Out” and “Us” and Spike Lee’s Oscar, BAFTA and Cannes-winning “BlacKkKlansman. It is executive produced by Bollywood star Alia Bhatt via her Eternal Sunshine Productions outfit.
The team was in London on Saturday for the U.K. premiere showing of the first two episodes of the series, which bowed at Sundance 2023. Based on true events, Amazon original “Poacher” unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. A second, India-set season is being planned. However, poaching is a global wildlife crime. When Variety asked Manish Menghani, director, content licensing, Prime Video India, about the series going beyond the subcontinent to other parts of the world as a global franchise,...
The Amazon original is produced by QC Entertainment, led by partners Sean McKittrick, Raymond Mansfield and Edward H. Hamm Jr., who backed Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning “Get Out” and “Us” and Spike Lee’s Oscar, BAFTA and Cannes-winning “BlacKkKlansman. It is executive produced by Bollywood star Alia Bhatt via her Eternal Sunshine Productions outfit.
The team was in London on Saturday for the U.K. premiere showing of the first two episodes of the series, which bowed at Sundance 2023. Based on true events, Amazon original “Poacher” unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. A second, India-set season is being planned. However, poaching is a global wildlife crime. When Variety asked Manish Menghani, director, content licensing, Prime Video India, about the series going beyond the subcontinent to other parts of the world as a global franchise,...
- 2/18/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
“Poacher” is a new crime series, directed by Richie Mehta, starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dipyendu Bhattachary, streaming February 23, 2024 on Prime Video:
“…’Indian Forest Service’ officers, ‘Ngo’ workers, police constables and ‘Good Samaritans’, risk their lives trying to track down the biggest elephant ivory poachers in the history of India and bring them to justice…”
Click the images to enlarge…...
“…’Indian Forest Service’ officers, ‘Ngo’ workers, police constables and ‘Good Samaritans’, risk their lives trying to track down the biggest elephant ivory poachers in the history of India and bring them to justice…”
Click the images to enlarge…...
- 2/16/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Bollywood star Alia Bhatt, who was last seen in the Hollywood film ‘Heart of Stone’, shared that her decision to be a part of the streaming show ‘Poacher’ was a culmination of many factors.
The actress, who serves as the executive producer on the show, spoke to the media on Thursday on the sidelines of the trailer launch of ‘Poacher’. She shared the stage with actors Dibyendu Bhattacharya and Roshan Mathew, the show’s creator and director Richie Mehta and Prime Video executives.
Talking about her decision to serve as the executive producer of the show, Alia said: “I can’t point to just one thing that led me to become a part of this show as an executive producer. It’s many things put together that appealed to me like the brilliant narrative sketched by Richie, his hard work in terms of flawless research, a stellar cast of some...
The actress, who serves as the executive producer on the show, spoke to the media on Thursday on the sidelines of the trailer launch of ‘Poacher’. She shared the stage with actors Dibyendu Bhattacharya and Roshan Mathew, the show’s creator and director Richie Mehta and Prime Video executives.
Talking about her decision to serve as the executive producer of the show, Alia said: “I can’t point to just one thing that led me to become a part of this show as an executive producer. It’s many things put together that appealed to me like the brilliant narrative sketched by Richie, his hard work in terms of flawless research, a stellar cast of some...
- 2/15/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The trailer of the crime series, ‘Poacher’ was unveiled on Thursday at a five star property in the Santacruz area of Mumbai. It gives a glimpse into the illegal practice of the merciless and incessant killing of the elephants.
The eight-part series unravels the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It has been created, written, and directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta of ‘Delhi Crime’ fame, and stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya in pivotal roles.
It shows a diverse group of wildlife custodians consisting of forest crime fighters, police personnel, and good Samaritans, in their relentless pursuit to expose the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history.
The trailer shows how Dibyendu Bhattacharya’s character of the Field Director from the Kerala Forest Department, assembles a team headed by Nimisha Sajayan’s character, to dig deep into a poaching case.
The trailer then spreads out...
The eight-part series unravels the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It has been created, written, and directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta of ‘Delhi Crime’ fame, and stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya in pivotal roles.
It shows a diverse group of wildlife custodians consisting of forest crime fighters, police personnel, and good Samaritans, in their relentless pursuit to expose the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history.
The trailer shows how Dibyendu Bhattacharya’s character of the Field Director from the Kerala Forest Department, assembles a team headed by Nimisha Sajayan’s character, to dig deep into a poaching case.
The trailer then spreads out...
- 2/15/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The highly anticipated Amazon Original Series, “Poacher,” has unveiled its gripping trailer, offering a glimpse into the intense crime drama created by Richie Mehta. Produced by QC Entertainment and backed by Alia Bhatt as an executive producer under her banner Eternal Sunshine Productions, the series promises to captivate audiences worldwide.
Starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, “Poacher” delves into the dark underbelly of crime, weaving a compelling narrative filled with suspense and intrigue. The trailer showcases riveting performances and a gripping storyline that is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Set to premiere on February 23, 2024, in multiple languages, “Poacher” is poised to become a global sensation on Amazon Prime Video. With a stellar cast, skilled direction, and an engaging plot, the series is expected to deliver an immersive viewing experience that will leave a lasting impact on audiences.
As anticipation builds for the release of “Poacher,...
Starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, “Poacher” delves into the dark underbelly of crime, weaving a compelling narrative filled with suspense and intrigue. The trailer showcases riveting performances and a gripping storyline that is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Set to premiere on February 23, 2024, in multiple languages, “Poacher” is poised to become a global sensation on Amazon Prime Video. With a stellar cast, skilled direction, and an engaging plot, the series is expected to deliver an immersive viewing experience that will leave a lasting impact on audiences.
As anticipation builds for the release of “Poacher,...
- 2/15/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
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Prime Video has unveiled the first trailer for “Poacher,” the new series from Emmy-winning “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta, executive produced by Bollywood star Alia Bhatt. An eight-part crime drama based on true events, “Poacher,” which bowed at Sundance 2023, uncovers the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It is produced by QC Entertainment, the Oscar-winning production and finance company known for Jordan Peele’s “Get Out” and Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman.” Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya lead the cast.
Mehta said: “I am sure the series will act as an eye-opener in many ways – how interdependent and complex the relationship between humans and other species is and how any negative action can result in an environmental imbalance, leading to dire repercussions.”
Bhatt added: “I hope that Richie’s powerful storytelling compels everyone to champion the urgent need for wildlife preservation and encourages us to embrace co-existence with all living beings.
Prime Video has unveiled the first trailer for “Poacher,” the new series from Emmy-winning “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta, executive produced by Bollywood star Alia Bhatt. An eight-part crime drama based on true events, “Poacher,” which bowed at Sundance 2023, uncovers the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It is produced by QC Entertainment, the Oscar-winning production and finance company known for Jordan Peele’s “Get Out” and Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman.” Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya lead the cast.
Mehta said: “I am sure the series will act as an eye-opener in many ways – how interdependent and complex the relationship between humans and other species is and how any negative action can result in an environmental imbalance, leading to dire repercussions.”
Bhatt added: “I hope that Richie’s powerful storytelling compels everyone to champion the urgent need for wildlife preservation and encourages us to embrace co-existence with all living beings.
- 2/15/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt, who is the executive producer for the crime drama series ‘Poachers’ has shared an awareness video about poaching, saying that “murder is murder.”
Written, created, and directed by Richie Mehta, ‘Poacher’ stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, the series based on true events and uncovers the largest ivory poaching ring in India.
In the video, shared by Prime Video on Instagram, Alia is seen in a state of shock, as she comes across a loaded rifle, bullet casings, and the silhouette of a lifeless body.
She is heard saying: “Ashok was murder reported at 9 in morning. Third murder in the month. His body was lifeless, mutilated. Ashok was just 10. He didn’t even see his killers. They might think they may get away with it but they won’t. Just because Ashok wasn’t one of us, the crime doesn’t become small because murder is murder.
Written, created, and directed by Richie Mehta, ‘Poacher’ stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, the series based on true events and uncovers the largest ivory poaching ring in India.
In the video, shared by Prime Video on Instagram, Alia is seen in a state of shock, as she comes across a loaded rifle, bullet casings, and the silhouette of a lifeless body.
She is heard saying: “Ashok was murder reported at 9 in morning. Third murder in the month. His body was lifeless, mutilated. Ashok was just 10. He didn’t even see his killers. They might think they may get away with it but they won’t. Just because Ashok wasn’t one of us, the crime doesn’t become small because murder is murder.
- 2/12/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
“Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta’s Prime Video series “Poacher” is the first time Los Angeles-based QC Entertainment has ventured into India.
Led by partners Sean McKittrick, Raymond Mansfield and Edward H. Hamm Jr., QC – which stands for Quality Control – backed Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning “Get Out” and “Us” and Spike Lee’s Oscar, BAFTA and Cannes-winning “BlacKkKlansman,” among many other successful ventures. Set up as a one-stop shop, QC develops, physically produces, finances productions and handles sales and distribution.
Based on true events, Amazon original “Poacher” unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It bowed at Sundance 2023. The process began with Mehta’s agents at Gersh trying to introduce him to producers who had funding and had a reputation for being hands-on and who were transparent and collaborative. Netflix show “Delhi Crime,” which went on to win the International Emmy for drama series, was brought to QC...
Led by partners Sean McKittrick, Raymond Mansfield and Edward H. Hamm Jr., QC – which stands for Quality Control – backed Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning “Get Out” and “Us” and Spike Lee’s Oscar, BAFTA and Cannes-winning “BlacKkKlansman,” among many other successful ventures. Set up as a one-stop shop, QC develops, physically produces, finances productions and handles sales and distribution.
Based on true events, Amazon original “Poacher” unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It bowed at Sundance 2023. The process began with Mehta’s agents at Gersh trying to introduce him to producers who had funding and had a reputation for being hands-on and who were transparent and collaborative. Netflix show “Delhi Crime,” which went on to win the International Emmy for drama series, was brought to QC...
- 2/9/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Alia Bhatt To Exec Produce Prime Video’s ‘Poacher’
Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has signed on as an executive producer on Poacher, an upcoming Prime Video investigative crime-themed drama series based on real events from QC Entertainment, the film production and finance company with credits for Antebellum, Us, Get Out and BlackKklansmen. Poacher, created, written, and directed by Richie Mehta, the series stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya and is set in the world of illegal poaching. Bhatt will EP through her Eternal Sunshine Productions business as an associate producer. Suitable Pictures, Poor Man’s Productions are also associate producers. “The impact of Poacher was deeply personal, and Richie’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with me and the team,” she said. Bhatt is known for films such as Highway, Udta Punjab, Raazi and Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva
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Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has signed on as an executive producer on Poacher, an upcoming Prime Video investigative crime-themed drama series based on real events from QC Entertainment, the film production and finance company with credits for Antebellum, Us, Get Out and BlackKklansmen. Poacher, created, written, and directed by Richie Mehta, the series stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya and is set in the world of illegal poaching. Bhatt will EP through her Eternal Sunshine Productions business as an associate producer. Suitable Pictures, Poor Man’s Productions are also associate producers. “The impact of Poacher was deeply personal, and Richie’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with me and the team,” she said. Bhatt is known for films such as Highway, Udta Punjab, Raazi and Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva
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- 2/7/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
An investigative crime series based on true events, Amazon Prime’s original series, Poacher, unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. A first-of-its-kind project, Poacher brings the world of environmental conservation and entertainment together to highlight a critical global concern – illegal poaching.
Today, Prime Video today announced that actor, producer and entrepreneur, Alia Bhatt has come onboard as Executive Producer for Poacher. Alia is known as a champion of nature and has actively lent her voice towards conservation and sustainability. Her association with Poacher as an Executive Producer with her production company Eternal Sunshine Productions, underscores her belief in the story and her commitment to bring important and relevant stories alive and be a voice for the voiceless.
Based on court documents and testimonials, Poacher is a fictional dramatization of events that transpired in the dense forests of Kerala and the concrete jungle of Delhi. The series showcases...
Today, Prime Video today announced that actor, producer and entrepreneur, Alia Bhatt has come onboard as Executive Producer for Poacher. Alia is known as a champion of nature and has actively lent her voice towards conservation and sustainability. Her association with Poacher as an Executive Producer with her production company Eternal Sunshine Productions, underscores her belief in the story and her commitment to bring important and relevant stories alive and be a voice for the voiceless.
Based on court documents and testimonials, Poacher is a fictional dramatization of events that transpired in the dense forests of Kerala and the concrete jungle of Delhi. The series showcases...
- 2/6/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Actress Alia Bhatt will be seen as the executive producer for the crime series ‘Poacher’, created by Richie Mehta. She said that the impact of it was deeply personal, and the Emmy-Award filmmaker’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with her.
Talking about coming onboard as the executive producer for ‘Poacher’, Alia shared, “Being part of this incredibly significant project is an honour, for both me and the entire team at Eternal Sunshine Productions. The impact of ‘Poacher’ was deeply personal, and Richie’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with me and the team.”
She added: “The storytelling genuinely moved me, especially knowing it’s based on true events, that sheds light on brutal crimes occurring in our forests. I am confident that ‘Poacher’ will serve as an eye-opener, delivering a powerful message to be more compassionate and considerate towards all living beings.
Talking about coming onboard as the executive producer for ‘Poacher’, Alia shared, “Being part of this incredibly significant project is an honour, for both me and the entire team at Eternal Sunshine Productions. The impact of ‘Poacher’ was deeply personal, and Richie’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with me and the team.”
She added: “The storytelling genuinely moved me, especially knowing it’s based on true events, that sheds light on brutal crimes occurring in our forests. I am confident that ‘Poacher’ will serve as an eye-opener, delivering a powerful message to be more compassionate and considerate towards all living beings.
- 2/6/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
A New Collaboration: Bollywood sensation Alia Bhatt has stepped into the world of web series production as she joins the team of Amazon Original Series ‘Poacher’ as an Executive Producer.
Unveiling a Gripping Crime Story:
Directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta, ‘Poacher’ delves into the dark world of wildlife crime, exposing the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. The series promises to unravel a riveting narrative that explores the complexities of the illegal wildlife trade.
Alia Bhatt Associates With Amazon Original Series ‘Poacher’… #AliaBhatt [@aliaa08] comes on board as Executive Producer for #AmazonOriginal series, #Poacher.
Directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker #RichieMehta, the crime series unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in… pic.twitter.com/BCuhyPj5sI
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 6, 2024Alia Bhatt’s Strategic Role:
Alia’s association with ‘Poacher’ not only marks her debut as an Executive Producer but also showcases her commitment to supporting compelling storytelling.
Unveiling a Gripping Crime Story:
Directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta, ‘Poacher’ delves into the dark world of wildlife crime, exposing the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. The series promises to unravel a riveting narrative that explores the complexities of the illegal wildlife trade.
Alia Bhatt Associates With Amazon Original Series ‘Poacher’… #AliaBhatt [@aliaa08] comes on board as Executive Producer for #AmazonOriginal series, #Poacher.
Directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker #RichieMehta, the crime series unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in… pic.twitter.com/BCuhyPj5sI
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 6, 2024Alia Bhatt’s Strategic Role:
Alia’s association with ‘Poacher’ not only marks her debut as an Executive Producer but also showcases her commitment to supporting compelling storytelling.
- 2/6/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Bollywood A-lister Alia Bhatt has boarded Richie Mehta’s already-completed Amazon original investigative crime series “Poacher” as an executive producer.
Created, written, and directed by “Delhi Crime” filmmaker Mehta based on true events, “Poacher” unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It premiered at Sundance in 2023. The cast features Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya in the lead.
Bhatt is on board via her Eternal Sunshine Productions outfit. She debuted as a producer with 2022 Netflix film “Darlings,” alongside Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment. Bhatt helps raise awareness about relevant causes such as environmental sustainability, animal welfare and mitigating human-animal conflict through her platform, Coexist. She also promotes sustainable fashion through her initiative, Mi Wardrobe is Su Wardrobe.
“Poacher” is executive produced by “Get Out” producer QC Entertainment’s Edward H. Hamm Jr., Raymond Mansfield and Sean McKittrick, in association with Suitable Pictures, Poor Man’s Productions and Eternal Sunshine Productions.
Created, written, and directed by “Delhi Crime” filmmaker Mehta based on true events, “Poacher” unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It premiered at Sundance in 2023. The cast features Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya in the lead.
Bhatt is on board via her Eternal Sunshine Productions outfit. She debuted as a producer with 2022 Netflix film “Darlings,” alongside Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment. Bhatt helps raise awareness about relevant causes such as environmental sustainability, animal welfare and mitigating human-animal conflict through her platform, Coexist. She also promotes sustainable fashion through her initiative, Mi Wardrobe is Su Wardrobe.
“Poacher” is executive produced by “Get Out” producer QC Entertainment’s Edward H. Hamm Jr., Raymond Mansfield and Sean McKittrick, in association with Suitable Pictures, Poor Man’s Productions and Eternal Sunshine Productions.
- 2/6/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Prime Video has acquired and set a stream date for “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta’s investigative drama series “Poacher.”
Based on court documents and testimonials, “Poacher” is a fictional dramatization of events that unfolded in the dense forests of Kerala and the urban jungle that is India’s capital Delhi. The series highlights the contributions made by Indian forest service officers, Ngo workers from the Wildlife Trust of India, police personnel and good samaritans who risked their lives to investigate the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It was filmed in real-life settings across Kerala and New Delhi and is primarily in the Malayalam, Hindi and English languages.
Created, written and directed by Mehta, whose Netflix show “Delhi Crime” won the International Emmy for drama series, the “Poacher” cast includes Nimisha Sajayan (Tallinn title “Adrishya Jalakangal”), Roshan Mathew (Busan winner “Paradise”) and Dibyendu Bhattacharya (Emmy nominated series “Rocket Boys...
Based on court documents and testimonials, “Poacher” is a fictional dramatization of events that unfolded in the dense forests of Kerala and the urban jungle that is India’s capital Delhi. The series highlights the contributions made by Indian forest service officers, Ngo workers from the Wildlife Trust of India, police personnel and good samaritans who risked their lives to investigate the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It was filmed in real-life settings across Kerala and New Delhi and is primarily in the Malayalam, Hindi and English languages.
Created, written and directed by Mehta, whose Netflix show “Delhi Crime” won the International Emmy for drama series, the “Poacher” cast includes Nimisha Sajayan (Tallinn title “Adrishya Jalakangal”), Roshan Mathew (Busan winner “Paradise”) and Dibyendu Bhattacharya (Emmy nominated series “Rocket Boys...
- 1/16/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Girls Will Be Girls To Premiere At Sundance Film Festival 2024: Here’s Everything You Should Know About Chadha & Ali Fazal’s Debut Production! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha’s debut production, ‘Girls Will Be Girls,’ a female-led drama written and directed by debutante Shuchi Talati, is set to premiere at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival 2024. The film will be screened in the World Dramatic Feature category, marking an extraordinary achievement for producers as well as the director. ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ is one of 16 films chosen to participate in the competitive category of the renowned Film Festival.
The 40th edition of the Sundance Film Festival, which aims to provide a space to gather, celebrate, and engage with risk-taking artists who are committed to bringing their independent visions to audiences through independent storytelling, will take place from January 18–28, 2024, in Park City, Utah.
Speaking about the film, producer Richa Chadha earlier said,...
Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha’s debut production, ‘Girls Will Be Girls,’ a female-led drama written and directed by debutante Shuchi Talati, is set to premiere at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival 2024. The film will be screened in the World Dramatic Feature category, marking an extraordinary achievement for producers as well as the director. ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ is one of 16 films chosen to participate in the competitive category of the renowned Film Festival.
The 40th edition of the Sundance Film Festival, which aims to provide a space to gather, celebrate, and engage with risk-taking artists who are committed to bringing their independent visions to audiences through independent storytelling, will take place from January 18–28, 2024, in Park City, Utah.
Speaking about the film, producer Richa Chadha earlier said,...
- 12/10/2023
- by Shivani Negi
- KoiMoi
Sri Lankan auteur Prasanna Vithanage is back at the Busan International Film Festival with thriller “Paradise,” which is in the Jiseok competition.
The film follows Indian couple – streaming content producer Kesav and blogger Amritha – who are on vacation in Sri Lanka during the country’s ongoing economic crisis. They are the victims of a robbery and find themselves in the thick of the agitations.
The economic crisis in Sri Lanka began in 2019 and was exacerbated during the Rajapaksa family’s regime, leading to a state of near-total collapse and bankruptcy by mid-2022. The crisis had a knock-on effect on the film and TV industry as well.
“The thought behind the story was formed by two factors. The people’s uprising against the Rajapaksa family. There was shortages of essentials. People were in the streets demanding gas, electricity, fuel,” Vithanage told Variety. “Same time, after working on a historical film, “Gaadi – Children of the Sun...
The film follows Indian couple – streaming content producer Kesav and blogger Amritha – who are on vacation in Sri Lanka during the country’s ongoing economic crisis. They are the victims of a robbery and find themselves in the thick of the agitations.
The economic crisis in Sri Lanka began in 2019 and was exacerbated during the Rajapaksa family’s regime, leading to a state of near-total collapse and bankruptcy by mid-2022. The crisis had a knock-on effect on the film and TV industry as well.
“The thought behind the story was formed by two factors. The people’s uprising against the Rajapaksa family. There was shortages of essentials. People were in the streets demanding gas, electricity, fuel,” Vithanage told Variety. “Same time, after working on a historical film, “Gaadi – Children of the Sun...
- 10/8/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The hunt for justice on the behalf of slaughtered elephants in India is the basis of Poacher, an eight episode limited series from Richie Mehta. A fledgling team of Ngo workers, wildlife conservationists and passionate volunteers venture into the the jungles of Kerala to protect a severely threatened species—uncovering a series of conspiracies and cover-ups that indict several individuals who are tasked with protecting these very creatures from the ivory trade. Editor Beverly Mills offers insight on cutting the limited series, including the challenge of working with foreign language dialogue. See all responses to our annual Sundance editor interviews here. […]
The post “Music Became an Important Voice in the Storytelling”: Editor Beverly Mills on Poacher first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.
The post “Music Became an Important Voice in the Storytelling”: Editor Beverly Mills on Poacher first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.
- 2/6/2023
- by Filmmaker Staff
- Filmmaker Magazine-Director Interviews
The hunt for justice on the behalf of slaughtered elephants in India is the basis of Poacher, an eight episode limited series from Richie Mehta. A fledgling team of Ngo workers, wildlife conservationists and passionate volunteers venture into the the jungles of Kerala to protect a severely threatened species—uncovering a series of conspiracies and cover-ups that indict several individuals who are tasked with protecting these very creatures from the ivory trade. Editor Beverly Mills offers insight on cutting the limited series, including the challenge of working with foreign language dialogue. See all responses to our annual Sundance editor interviews here. […]
The post “Music Became an Important Voice in the Storytelling”: Editor Beverly Mills on Poacher first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.
The post “Music Became an Important Voice in the Storytelling”: Editor Beverly Mills on Poacher first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.
- 2/6/2023
- by Filmmaker Staff
- Filmmaker Magazine - Blog
In Poacher, the limited series from director Richie Mehta, a group of Ngo workers, wildlife officials and well-intentioned volunteers band together to take down some of India’s biggest ivory poachers. In the process, they uncover conspiracies and cover-ups often involving those who are tasked with protecting these endangered elephants who calls the the jungles of Kerala home. Johan Aidt, the cinematographer of the series, cites the “strong connection” he felt with Mehta, who he collaborated with previously on the first season of Delhi Crime. See all responses to our annual Sundance cinematographer interviews here. Filmmaker: How and why did you […]
The post “I Wanted the Camera To Be an Actor”: Dp Johan Aidt on Poacher first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.
The post “I Wanted the Camera To Be an Actor”: Dp Johan Aidt on Poacher first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.
- 2/6/2023
- by Filmmaker Staff
- Filmmaker Magazine - Blog
In Poacher, the limited series from director Richie Mehta, a group of Ngo workers, wildlife officials and well-intentioned volunteers band together to take down some of India’s biggest ivory poachers. In the process, they uncover conspiracies and cover-ups often involving those who are tasked with protecting these endangered elephants who calls the the jungles of Kerala home. Johan Aidt, the cinematographer of the series, cites the “strong connection” he felt with Mehta, who he collaborated with previously on the first season of Delhi Crime. See all responses to our annual Sundance cinematographer interviews here. Filmmaker: How and why did you […]
The post “I Wanted the Camera To Be an Actor”: Dp Johan Aidt on Poacher first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.
The post “I Wanted the Camera To Be an Actor”: Dp Johan Aidt on Poacher first appeared on Filmmaker Magazine.
- 2/6/2023
- by Filmmaker Staff
- Filmmaker Magazine-Director Interviews
Blame it on my Catholic upbringing, but guilt is my near-constant companion. At work, there’s guilt for not covering more television, which leads to guilt at home for spending too much time watching TV. Even when I can separate from these millions of screens, guilt often rises from having too much fun — or not enough. There’s lingering guilt over childhood misdeeds, and there’s growing guilt right now for spending this review’s lede talking about myself.
The point being: Guilt can come from anywhere. Right or wrong, useful or obstructive, immutable or fleeting, the feeling that you’re doing something wrong (and the ensuing anguish spent wondering just how bad it was) can lead people to do any number of things, and in this year’s otherwise disparate crop of Indie Episodic entries at the Sundance Film Festival, guilt is a driving narrative force — even in its absence.
The point being: Guilt can come from anywhere. Right or wrong, useful or obstructive, immutable or fleeting, the feeling that you’re doing something wrong (and the ensuing anguish spent wondering just how bad it was) can lead people to do any number of things, and in this year’s otherwise disparate crop of Indie Episodic entries at the Sundance Film Festival, guilt is a driving narrative force — even in its absence.
- 1/25/2023
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
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