'Phillauri' actress Anushka Sharma's mantra is to make content-driven, profitable productions!

Mumbai: Bollywood Actress Anushka Sharma who is basking in success with the audience  response to her second production venture 'Phillauri" says her mantra is to produce films which are high on content and will turn out to be profitable for all stakeholders. Anushka and her brother co-own the banner Clean Slate Films, which has so far come up with "NH10" and "Phillauri". "I'm very happy with the audience response to our film 'Phillauri'. It is delightful that families are loving the film and watching it together making it truly a fun, family entertainer, which was always our endeavour," Anushka said in a statement. ‘Phillauri’ actress Anushka Sharma OPENS UP on NEPOTISM in Bollywood! "I have loved being a part of this journey right from the script stage to its post production and final release. I feel blessed that our efforts are resonating with the audience," added the actress, who plays a friendly ghost named Shashi in the movie. The movie minted Rs 15.25 crore in its opening weekend in India after releasing on March 24. Set in Punjab, the film revolves around a friendly ghost inadvertently caught in the madness of a crazy Punjabi wedding, and whose love story unfolds as the narrative progresses. According to the makers, the film has done well especially in the north markets. Anushka Sharma has a SPECIAL message for all! Talking about the response that "Phillauri" has been receiving, Karnesh said: "We believe in making strong content-driven films that resonate with the audience through their unique storylines and execution. At the same time we run a tight ship with controlled budgetary outlays so as to ensure that the film delivers a good return on investment and is profitable to all its stakeholders." The overall budget of "Phillauri" was Rs 21 crore, of which the producers had recovered Rs 12 crore from the satellite and music rights before the release. Also, the overall Indian box office collection in the last six days has been a net total of about Rs 21 crore. In terms of international market, the movie minted Rs 7.7 crore on its opening weekend. IANS