(from left) Myra Karn, The Times Group MD Vineet Jain and director Raj Kumar Gupta 
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Raid director Raj Kumar Gupta to collaborate with Junglee Pictures for a ‘tentpole’ film

As per a press release shared by the makers, the yet-to-be titled film has completed scripting and casting is set to begin soon

Cinema Express Desk

Director Raj Kumar Gupta, known for helming films like Aamir (2008), No One Killed Jessica (2011) and most recently Raid 2 (2025), is going to helm a “tentpole film” which will be backed by Junglee Pictures.

As per a press release shared by the makers, the yet-to-be titled film has completed scripting and casting is set to begin soon.

Talking about the film Raj said, “I have always been drawn to narratives grounded in reality that also have the ability to connect with audiences on a larger canvas. This film is conceived as a hard-hitting, immersive, engaging and entertaining theatrical experience. Junglee Pictures has a strong legacy of backing thoughtful, content-led cinema, making this collaboration feel like a natural alignment.”

Speaking of the collaboration, Vineet Jain, MD, The Times Group, which owns Junglee Pictures, added, “We have always focused on backing distinctive, relatable stories with lasting cultural value. This collaboration with Raj reflects the studio's intent to join forces with filmmakers who strengthen its slate through purposeful, impact-driven cinema, bringing quality storytelling with relevance, scale, and audience connection. This film will also be a true tentpole for Junglee - bold and impactful, rooted in realism.”

Junglee Pictures is known for backing films like Talvar (2015), Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017), Badhaai Ho (2018), Raazi (2018) and Badhaai Do (2022).

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