Hrithik Roshan to Make Streaming Debut as Producer With Prime Video Thriller ‘Storm’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan is making his debut as a producer in the streaming space, teaming with Prime Video for “Storm” (working title), a high-stakes thriller series set in Mumbai.

The original drama marks a significant collaboration between the streamer and Roshan’s HRX Films, a division of FilmKraft Productions. The series will be produced by Roshan alongside Eshaan Roshan.

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“Storm” has been created and directed by Ajitpal Singh, the acclaimed filmmaker behind the SonyLiv series “Tabbar” and the Sundance selection “Fire in the Mountains.” Singh crafted the story with Francois Lunel and Swati Das.

The series features an ensemble cast of strong women protagonists, led by Parvathy Thiruvothu, Alaya F, Srishti Shrivastava, Rrama Sharma, and Saba Azad. Production is scheduled to begin imminently.

“Tabbar,” which premiered on SonyLiv in 2021, earned eight Filmfare OTT (streaming) Awards, while Singh’s debut feature “Fire in the Mountains” had its world premiere at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition section.

“‘Storm’ presented me with the perfect opportunity to make my debut as a producer in the streaming space, and Prime Video, with its proven record of bringing exceptional stories to life, was an instinctive choice,” Hrithik Roshan said. “What drew me to ‘Storm’ was the compelling world that Ajitpal has created. The story is raw, layered, and powerful, with unforgettable characters which will be essayed by incredibly talented actors. This series has the potential to resonate with audiences not just in India but across the globe, and I’m excited for viewers worldwide to experience its captivating narrative on Prime Video.”

Gaurav Gandhi, VP, APAC and MENA, Prime Video, added: “Hrithik Roshan is one of Indian cinema’s most distinguished creative forces, and our collaboration with him and HRX Films is a significant milestone that exemplifies our dedication to excellence in storytelling. The development process of this series has been remarkably rewarding, with Hrithik’s distinctive artistic vision and Eshaan Roshan’s dynamic energy and unwavering commitment enriching the narrative. ‘Storm’ brings together powerful women protagonists and a gripping story that we’re confident will resonate with audiences across the world.”

HRX Films, established in 2019, builds upon the cinematic legacy of filmmakers J. Om Prakash’s FilmYug and Rakesh Roshan’s FilmKraft Productions. The company is spearheaded by CEO Eshaan Roshan.

Gandhi added that the collaboration “marks the beginning of a dynamic collaboration, paving the way for more exciting projects ahead.”

Hrithik Roshan is due to make his directorial debut with superhero franchise continuation “Krrish 4,” which he will also star in.