Pushing novel tales isn’t Alia Bhatt’s solely mantra as a producer. She is rooting for brand new voices too. That’s evident in her upcoming manufacturing, Don’t Be Shy. The Prime Video film marks the directorial debut of Sreeti Mukerji, who was an affiliate director on Bhatt’s Brahmastra: Half One — Shiva (2022). Earlier than this, Bhatt had additionally produced and starred in first-time director Jasmeet Ok Reen’s Darlings (2022).
In accordance with filmmaker Shujaat Saudagar, whose Chalkboard Leisure has co-produced Don’t Be Shy, Bhatt desires to actively give a platform to new voices. “She is an clever lady and clued in, when it comes to cinema. Having mentioned that, she goes together with her intestine and backs younger filmmakers. She desires to propel the subsequent technology of filmmakers and the subsequent stage of narratives,” he mentioned.
The faculty caper, which revolves round a younger grownup named Shy, is slated for a mid-2026 launch. Co-producer Vikesh Bhutani added, “It’s a younger grownup movie with 4 newcomers. We’re releasing it in June or finish of the second quarter.”
Alia Bhatt’s productions thus far
. ‘Darlings’ (2022)
. ‘Poacher’ (2024)
. ‘Jigra’ (2024)