Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Mathew To Star In Ulajh
Janhvi Kapoor will star in a patriotic thriller titled ‘Ulajh’ along with Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Mathew.
New Delhi: Janhvi Kapoor will star in a patriotic thriller titled ‘Ulajh’ along with Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Mathew. The film, directed by National award-winner Sudhanshu Saria, is set in the prestigious and intriguing world of Indian Foreign Services (IFS).
The film follows the journey of a young IFS officer, belonging to a prominent family of patriots, who gets embroiled in a dangerous personal conspiracy while far from her home turf, at a career-defining post.
Written by Parveez Shaikh and Sudhanshu Saria, this new-age thriller also stars Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Sachin Khedekar, Rajendra Gupta and Jitendra Joshi.
Excited to be a part of ‘Ulajh’ , Janhvi Kapoor said in a statement, “When I was approached with the script of 'Ulajh', it instantly attracted me because as an actor, I am constantly looking for scripts that make me break out of my comfort zone and portraying a character based in the celebrated world of the Indian Foreign Services was just that. Just as the name of the film suggests, my character and the story, has so many layers, emotions, and parameters, which is challenging and exciting at the same time. I am thrilled for the audience to see me in this new role envisioned by Sudhanshu, who has such a fresh approach towards dealing with this genre. I am also looking forward to work with such talented co-actors and a development studio like Junglee Pictures for the first time.”
Director Sudhanshu Saria, whose credits include ‘Loev’ and the upcoming ‘Sanaa’, said he is thrilled to collaborate with Junglee Pictures on an "original" film.
“In their typical fashion, Junglee Pictures has picked yet another original, bold and daring film to bring to audiences and I’m so thrilled they’ve entrusted me with the task of helming it. In Janhvi Kapoor, the film has found its beating heart and it’s going to be a treat for audiences to watch her spar with thespians like Rajesh Tailang and Sachin Khedekar, maverick actors like Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Matthews and Meiyang Chang. We have a rollercoaster of a ride planned for our audience and I can’t wait to start rolling cameras on Ulajh,” he said in a statement.
Amrita Pandey, CEO Junglee Pictures, said the aim of the banner is to develop, create films and team up with people, who have a fresh and distinct voice to captivate and entertain the audience.
“At Junglee Pictures, we strive to develop and create films in collaboration with creative minds who bring a fresh and distinct voice to provide an experience that will captivate and thrill our audience. Having Sudhanshu on board for a film like 'Ulajh' is a perfect fit. His creative sensibilities are unmatched, he has added nuances and layers to each character which has made the story so gripping. Getting together such a talented ensemble cast, in the unexplored world of IFS has been an invigorating experience. We also have a dynamic team of celebrated and experienced writers and technicians who are contributing their personal touch to the film, making it an incredible team effort,” Pandey said in a statement.
‘Ulajh' will go on floors by the end of the month.
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