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Hrithik Roshan forays into OTT, turns producer for new thriller series

Created and directed by Ajitpal Singh, the show stars Parvathy Thiruvothu, Alaya F, Srishti Shrivastava, Rrama Sharma and Saba Azad in pivotal roles

Cinema Express Desk

Hrithik Roshan will be making his OTT debut as a producer as his banner HRX Films has teamed up with Prime Video for an upcoming thriller series that is tentatively titled, Storm. Created and directed by Ajitpal Singh (Tabbar (2021), Fire In The Mountains (2021)), the show stars Parvathy Thiruvothu, Alaya F, Srishti Shrivastava, Rrama Sharma and Saba Azad in pivotal roles.

The show’s production is scheduled to begin soon. As per the makers, it is a high-stakes thriller drama set against the backdrop of Mumbai.

Speaking about it, Hrithik said in a statement, “Storm presented me with the perfect opportunity to make my debut as a producer in the streaming space, and Prime Video, with its proven record of bringing exceptional stories to life, was an instinctive choice. What drew me to Storm was the compelling world that Ajitpal has created.”

He added, “The story is raw, layered, and powerful, with unforgettable characters which will be essayed by incredibly talented actors. This series has the potential to resonate with audiences not just in India but across the globe, and I'm excited for viewers worldwide to experience its captivating narrative on Prime Video.”

Gaurav Gandhi, Vice President, APAC & MENA, Prime Video, said, “Hrithik Roshan is one of Indian cinema's most distinguished creative forces, and our collaboration with him and HRX Films is a significant milestone that exemplifies our dedication to excellence in storytelling. Storm marks the beginning of a dynamic collaboration, paving the way for more exciting projects ahead. The development process of this series has been remarkably rewarding, with Hrithik's distinctive artistic vision and Eshaan Roshan’s dynamic energy and unwavering commitment enriching the narrative. Storm brings together powerful women protagonists and a gripping story that we’re confident will resonate with audiences across the world.”

More details from the show are awaited.

Meanwhile, Hrithik was last seen in the actioner, War 2, which was released in theatres on August 14 earlier this year.

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