The latest bollywood news is that Vishal Bhardwaj will make his series debut. Being director and co-producer, he is also a co-screenwriter, besides Anjum Rajabali and Jyotsna Hariharan. It stars Neena Gupta, Wamiqa Gabbi, Priyanshu Painyuli, Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Gulshan Grover, Lara Dutta, Paoli Dam, Chandan Roy Sanyal and others.
It is placed in the snow-capped mountains of Himachal Pradesh, showcasing the path of Charlie Chopra and her curiousity to discover a deep mystery. It is named as Charlie Chopra & The Mystery Of Solang Valley and will stream on Sonyliv. JamesPrichard, Basi Akpabio and Leo Delays to turn as executive producers on the show on Agatha Christie Limited’s side.
“Detective fiction has been a perennial favourite with our audience and what better than an Agatha Christie novel. We are delighted to be bringing one of her classics ‘The Sittaford Mystery’ adapted rather skilfully in an Indian setting by none other than Vishal Bhardwaj. We are thrilled to have Vishal onboard as his ingenuity in adapting literary classics remains unrivalled,” stated Saugata Mukherjee, Head Content, Sony LIV, as per Bollywood Hungama.
Director and Producer – Vishal Bhardwaj Films, Vishal Bhardwaj said, “I grew up devouring all Agatha Christie’s mysterious tales. Her plots, characters and setting remain unparalleled in the genre and continue to excite storytellers even today. It has been an incredible journey collaborating with James Prichard , great-grandson of Agatha Christie, who always brought unique perspectives to our team. Sony LIV and Priti Shahani have been the perfect partners for me to adapt this thrilling and mysterious world.”
Founder – Tusk Tale Films Private Limited, Priti Sahani said, “Working with Vishal Bhardwaj as the director of Sony LIV’s adaptation of Agatha Christie’s “The Sittaford Mystery” is truly an exciting journey. His ability to attract the right combination of talent and his artistry of bringing uniqueness and colour in each character make his stories truly captivating. This adaptation will be a beautiful representation of Agatha Christie’s original work.”
“My great-grandmother has many fans in India and I am really excited for them to enjoy this adaptation by Vishal Bhardwaj which takes the story of The Sittaford Mystery and reimagines it in India.”James Prichard, CEO of Agatha Christie Limited.
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