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Jitendra Kumar and Pooja Bhatt Unite for Film Exploring India’s Traditional Pigeon-Flying Culture
Actor Jitendra Kumar is set to star alongside National Award-winning actress Pooja Bhatt in a unique film centered on kabootar-baazi—India’s age-old and emotionally rich tradition of pigeon flying.
A Story Rooted in Culture and Emotion
Known for his memorable roles in Panchayat, Kota Factory, Jaadugar, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, and Bhagwat: Chapter One – Raakshas, Jitendra takes on the role of a passionate kabootarbaaz, bringing authenticity and depth to a character shaped by this traditional sport and its close-knit community. Pooja Bhatt, celebrated for her powerful performances in Zakhm, Tamanna, and Daddy, returns to an intimate narrative space as Jitendra’s on-screen mother, showcasing her emotional strength and nuanced acting.
The Creative Team Behind the Film
Produced by Khyati Madaan under Not Out Entertainment and co-produced by Hitesh Kewalya—who wrote Shubh Mangal Saavdhan and both wrote and directed Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan—the film is written and directed by Bilal Hasan. This marks Bilal’s debut as a feature filmmaker after his acclaimed short Chupchaap, which earned several awards and a Filmfare nomination.
Produced by Khyati Madaan under Not Out Entertainment and co-produced by Hitesh Kewalya—who wrote Shubh Mangal Saavdhan and both wrote and directed Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan—the film is written and directed by Bilal Hasan. This marks Bilal’s debut as a feature filmmaker after his acclaimed short Chupchaap, which earned several awards and a Filmfare nomination.
Exploring India’s Timeless Pigeon-Flying Tradition
Set against the vibrant backdrop of kabootar-baazi, where homing pigeons are trained and raced from neighborhood rooftops, the film captures a culture thriving in India’s old mohallas and pigeon-racing communities worldwide. While deeply rooted in this tradition, the story is ultimately a human drama focusing on relationships, legacy, and passion. Filming is slated to begin next year.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of kabootar-baazi, where homing pigeons are trained and raced from neighborhood rooftops, the film captures a culture thriving in India’s old mohallas and pigeon-racing communities worldwide. While deeply rooted in this tradition, the story is ultimately a human drama focusing on relationships, legacy, and passion. Filming is slated to begin next year.
Not Out Entertainment’s Growing Portfolio
Not Out Entertainment is building a diverse slate of original yet commercially appealing films. Currently, the banner is producing Abhootpurva, a romantic horror comedy set in 1990s Agra starring Ritwik Bhowmik alongside a talented ensemble. Following that, they will produce a horror film inspired by a real-life national tragedy featuring Ahan Shetty.With these projects, Not Out Entertainment continues to carve its niche in Indian cinema by championing stories that are both rooted in culture and refreshingly original.
Not Out Entertainment is building a diverse slate of original yet commercially appealing films. Currently, the banner is producing Abhootpurva, a romantic horror comedy set in 1990s Agra starring Ritwik Bhowmik alongside a talented ensemble. Following that, they will produce a horror film inspired by a real-life national tragedy featuring Ahan Shetty.With these projects, Not Out Entertainment continues to carve its niche in Indian cinema by championing stories that are both rooted in culture and refreshingly original.
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