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Indian Coming-of-Age Comedy 'Teacher's Pet' Seeks Global Stage
23 Nov, 2025
Summary
- New Indian comedy 'Teacher's Pet' is set in a boarding school.
- Vikramaditya Motwane serves as executive producer for the film.
- The project is actively seeking financing and global partners.
A new Indian coming-of-age comedy titled "Teacher's Pet" is making waves, set to be directed by BAFTA Breakthrough Fellow Sindhu Sreenivasa Murthy. The film, centered on an ambitious student whose plans are disrupted by a rivalry, is being showcased at the WAVES Film Bazaar. Vikramaditya Motwane, known for his work on "Jubilee," is on board as an executive producer.
The project is driven by a creative team with India-U.S. ties, aiming to diversify global narratives with authentic Indian stories. Producer Aishwarya Sonar expressed a commitment to expanding the representation of Indian comedies worldwide, noting their rarity on international platforms. The film's script has garnered recognition, having been shortlisted and awarded in several prestigious programs.
"Teacher's Pet" is currently in the process of raising financing through private equity, international co-productions, and grants, with a portion of the funding already secured. Production is slated for December 2026 in Madhya Pradesh, India, as the team actively seeks global partners to bring this heartfelt story of adolescent identity and friendship to screens internationally.
