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Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Nikhil Advanis Emmay Entertainment & Motion Pictures join hands to make Lucknow Central

27 Apr 2017

Readers may recall that, Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported (in February this year) that Nikhil Advani will be making Lucknow Central , a film that will be directed by Ranjit Tiwari. The latest update on the same is that the film will be produced jointly by Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Nikhil Advanis Emmay Entertainment & Motion Pictures. Lucknow Central is a film whose story has been set in the backdrop of a jail. Speaking about the film, Nikhil Advani felt that the film was in good hands with the backing of a studio like Viacom18 Motion Pictures, a heart-warming script written by Aseem Arora and having Ranjit Tiwari as a director. On the other hand, Ajit Andhare (COO-Viacom18 Motion Pictures) stated that Lucknow Central had all the makings of an endearing and entertaining film that would strike a chord with viewers, for both, its content and innovative music. Elaborating on the same, Ajit Andhare says, A unique premise, tightly woven script enhanced by superlative performances is at the heart of success of the films produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures. Lucknow Central has all the makings for an endearing & entertaining film that will strike a chord with viewers for both for its content & unique innovation Music wise. We are delighted to partner with Nihkil & Emmay Entertainment & look forward to announcing cast soon. Further talking about the project producer Nikkhil Advani adds, Emmay Entertainment is committed to following up its success with Airlift by producing Lucknow Central yet again a unique human tale of trial and triumph. We are particularly proud of presenting our in house directorial talent, Ranjit Tiwari.