Anchor-turned-actor Jhanvi, known for her appearances on television, especially in the reality show Gicchi GiliGili, is all set to make her debut on the silver screen. She will be paired opposite Roopesh Shetty, a prominent Tulu actor and former winner of Bigg Boss, in his Kannada debut, titled Adhipatra.

Directed by Chayan Shetty and backed by KAAR Cinikambai Productions, Adhipatra is billed as a suspense thriller.

Inspired by a real-life incident, the film will be shot extensively in and around Mangalore and Udupi.

The film’s muhurat is scheduled for August 23, with shooting being planned to begin in September. Further details about the remaining cast and the technical crew will be unveiled by the film’s team soon.