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Bollywood Films: Mad Man Films & Ratpack Stories Unite
9 Feb
Summary
- Mad Man Films and Ratpack Stories will co-produce two feature films.
- Projects will be directed by Nikhil Bhat and Saket Chaudhry.
- The collaboration focuses on director-driven storytelling.
Mad Man Films, founded by producer Madhu Mantena, has officially partnered with Ratpack Stories, a division of Collective Studios. This collaboration is set to jointly develop and produce two distinct feature films. The projects will be directed by Nikhil Bhat, known for the internationally recognized film 'Kill,' and Saket Chaudhry, celebrated for the box office success 'Hindi Medium.'
This alliance emphasizes a shared commitment to director-led storytelling with strong theatrical appeal. Both films are currently in the development phase, with plans to explore varied genres. While specific plot details, casting, and production schedules are yet to be revealed, the creators intend to focus on bold and audience-centric narratives.
Vijay Subramaniam, Founder and Group CEO of Collective Artists Network, highlighted the partnership's role in building scalable, creator-first content ecosystems. Madhu Mantena expressed excitement about collaborating with Kshitij Mehta of Ratpack Stories, viewing it as a crucial step after establishing his new production company. Kshitij Mehta added that the formalization of this creative partnership with Mad Man Films felt like a natural progression, aimed at backing distinctive stories that resonate with audiences.
