Priya Mani, Mohit Raina to Star in Indo-U.S. Immigrant Family Drama for Red Bison, Azure Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)

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• Harsh Mahadeshwar is writing and directing the currently untitled project, which centers on the true story of an immigrant family’s experience navigating cultural identity and belonging in America.
• Indian National Film Award-winning actor Priya Mani (“Paruthiveeran,” “The Family Man”) and Mohit Raina (“The Freelancer”) are attached to star.
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• Popular on Variety “This project is very close to my heart because it explores identity and belonging in a deeply honest way,” Raina said.
• “Being part of Azure Entertainment and Red Bison Productions’ first Indo-Hollywood collaboration makes it even more special, as it represents a meaningful step toward global storytelling.” Mani added: “What drew me to this film instantly was the emotional truth of the story.