Mumbai, India – The Sourrce has announced its exciting lineup of filmmakers and storytellers for the years 2023 to 2025. This talented ensemble will collaborate with the company in its commitment to bringing original stories from India to the world. The stories being brought to life are the creations of the writers at The Sourrce, whose exceptional ideas were picked up by the filmmakers.
The diverse array of talent and collaborators encompasses some of the most inventive and dynamic minds in the industry. They will work across a wide range of genres including Indian Folklore, Horror, Sci-fi, Action Franchises, Unique Comedies, and Compelling True Stories, bringing forth original theatrical features, digital features, and series.
This lineup unites talent from across India. Ajay Bhupathi made a powerful debut with the Telugu film ‘RX 100.’ Ashish R. Shukla earned critical acclaim for directing the web series ‘Undekhi’ in 2020 and ‘Candy’ in 2021. Avinash Das helmed the Netflix series ‘She,’ while Hussain Sha Kiran is a gifted writer-director in the Telugu film industry, known for directing “Meeku Meere Maaku Meme” (M2M2) and contributing to the blockbuster screenplay of “Pushpa 1: The Rise.”
Kushal Ved Bakshi, a debutant director, brings extensive experience from assisting and co-directing features over the past decade. Milind Rau directed the multilingual films ‘Aval’ in Tamil and ‘The House Next Door’ in Hindi, and recently completed ‘The Village’ for Amazon Prime Video – the live-action adaptation of an Indian graphic novel. Mihir Lath, Shekhar Kapur’s protégé, has worked on various films like Paani, Bruce Lee’s biopic, and others, and served as the Indian Assistant Director for international films like Mission Impossible 4: Ghost Protocol, starring Tom Cruise.
Mozez Singh wrote and directed the successful thriller series ‘Human’ for Disney Plus Hotstar and is currently directing a Netflix docu-feature on Yo Yo Honey Singh. Prem Mistry, one of the youngest directors to have his show ‘TVF Immature’ nominated for ‘Canneseries 2018,’ is the Creator of ‘Campus Diaries,’ and is the Ex-Creative Director at The Viral Fever (TVF). Priyanka Ghose is one of the two directors of the Indian adaptation of ‘The Night Manager’ on DisneyPlus Hotstar.
Rahi Anil Barve is known for the exceptional 2018 film ‘Tumbbad.’ Shantanu Srivastava wrote Badhai Ho and, more recently, The Night Manager. Virat Pal, a film writer and director based in Los Angeles, saw his latest film ‘Night of the Bride’ win the jury award for Scariest Short Film at the prestigious Overlook Film Festival in the US.
About The Sourrce
The Sourrce is a dedicated creative collective focused on discovering and showcasing India’s concealed stories and ideas from every corner of the country. With Rajkumar Hirani as their creative mentor, The Sourrce harnesses a community of emerging writers, building a comprehensive hub for diverse narratives that celebrate India’s rich storytelling heritage.
Shikha Kapur, Founder –
“The Sourrce fosters a diverse and inclusive community where Indian stories can thrive and resonate with audiences worldwide. We are committed to creating an empowering space where underrepresented voices can flourish and thrive, and where every story finds its audience, and every voice is heard. We are thrilled to collaborate with such an eclectic mix of talent joining us in our quest to bring forth original stories from India. Each storyteller has contributed their distinct perspectives to The Sourrce stories in their own ways.”
Talent quotes
Ajay Bhupathi
“I am excited to join The Sourrce’s journey, where the team’s dedication to original stories has inspired me. The Sourrce’s focus on diversity and inclusivity bridges the gap between North and South Indian narratives. I am eager to contribute my perspective to this exceptional endeavor.”
Ashish R. Shukla
“I believe there is a void in films deeply rooted our country, and I sought collaborators who appreciate folklore and are committed to producing gritty content from our own origins. I am impressed with The Sourrce’s approach to curating and nurturing cultural and folk stories in collaboration with us creators. This initiative holds the potential to elevate Indian stories on the global stage.”
Avinash Das
“As a director with the heart of a journalist, imagine my delight when I learned that The Sourrce digs up little-known stories from tiny hamlets in India. Together, I can’t wait to share what we’ve been working on!”
Hussain Sha Kiran
“I have always believed that the power of a good story is what makes or breaks a film. Collaborating with The Sourrce has been a riveting journey where I’ve had the good fortune to experience a wide range of innovative storytelling, deeply rooted in Indian culture. I’m looking forward to creating cinema that connects with billions.”
Kushal Ved Bakshi
“I am thrilled to collaborate with a company that acknowledges the importance of original stories. Their emphasis on true stories from India adds even more value. As a director, I am passionate about narrating tales from India’s heartland, and at The Sourrce, I have discovered not only encouragement but also boundless enthusiasm for fresh voices.”
Milind Rau
“The most successful films have one thing in common – an emotional arc that meets a fresh narrative. I believe the team at The Sourrce has not just adhered to this core principal, but has dared to push boundaries in terms of storytelling. I am greatly enjoying debating and brainstorming with The talent at the Sourrce.”
Mihir Lath
“The Sourrce is a hub where original stories are meticulously crafted. With a talented and diverse team from all across India, this entity is breaking new ground in storytelling, pushing beyond conventional boundaries in pursuit of unique and authentic narratives.”
Mozez Singh
“I’m developing two stories with The Sourrce and it’s absolutely wonderful to be working with them. We are completely aligned on telling stories that are unique, unconventional, and daring, but ones that are deeply rooted in the commerce of cinema and that will hopefully touch every heart and spark every mind.”
Prem Mistry
“Working with The Sourrce has been exceptional. They fuel a creator’s vision and help with the story creation process. They believe in pushing fresh and original ideas that are different from everything that’s going around.”
Priyanka Ghose
“As a director, I seek support from producers, collaboration with actors and crew, and appreciation from the audience. Partnering with The Sourrce team has been truly rewarding, as they are essential collaborators in realizing a director’s vision. They bring expertise and contribute to shaping the final product, focusing on doing justice to the story. The Sourrce also has an exceptional talent for uncovering the finest stories.”
Rahi Anil Barve
“The Sourrce presents a remarkable opportunity to bring authentic narratives to the forefront, showcasing the richness of our culture and the potential of emerging storytellers. I look forward to working with them.”
Shantanu Srivastava
“The Sourrce team is dedicated to discovering unique, original stories from our country, showcasing untold Indian narratives. Their passionate and committed writers bring fresh perspectives and distinctive voices to their work. I am delighted to be part of this collective and look forward to mentoring and collaborating on boundary-pushing stories.
Virat Pal
“The Sourrce is a highly collaborative place that puts total emphasis on the story and script. It has the energy and enthusiasm of a start-up combined with the skill and knowledge of people who bring in decades of experience from all facets of the filmmaking world. It’s a company that encourages and champions new ideas and voices and provides a platform for them to succeed.”
