Synopsis
Neetu Chandra expresses her excitement over the release of her Bhojpuri film 'Kariyatthi' on the Waves OTT platform, highlighting its potential to reach rural and lesser-known urban areas, thereby promoting important societal issues.Key Takeaways
- Neetu Chandra is the producer and presenter of ‘Kariyatthi’.
- The film addresses serious societal issues.
- Directed by Nitin Neera Chandra, a National Award-winning filmmaker.
- Waves OTT aims to reach diverse audiences across India.
- Inspired by a short story from Saroj Singh.
Mumbai, Feb 1 (NationPress) Actress-producer Neetu Chandra is excited about the release of her Bhojpuri film, ‘Kariyatthi’, on the Waves OTT platform. The actress mentioned that this platform will enable the film to reach rural areas, as well as tier-two and tier-three cities throughout India.
The film is helmed by National Award-winning director Nitin Neera Chandra, with Chandra serving as both presenter and producer. The movie features Annu Priya, a graduate of the National School of Drama, alongside Deepak Singh in leading roles.
In her statement, Neetu Chandra expressed, "I am delighted to see ‘Kariyatthi’ available on Waves OTT. The film’s presence on such a global platform underscores my ongoing commitment to elevate films from Bihar and showcase their distinctive cultural importance. While ‘Kariyatthi’ could have premiered on any platform, it found its home at Waves, a service that not only reaches urban areas but also penetrates rural regions and tier-two and tier-three cities across India. This app carries impactful stories far and wide, making it the ideal venue for this film.”
‘Kariyatthi’ is inspired by a short story from Saroj Singh. It tackles significant societal issues, such as skin color discrimination and female foeticide, weaving a narrative focused on these themes.
Director Nitin Neera Chandra stated, "With ‘Kariyatthi’, we aspire to ignite meaningful dialogues through engaging storytelling. OTT platforms like Waves are ideal for presenting narratives that resonate profoundly with audiences, prompting them to contemplate essential social issues and their societal effects.”
This marks Nitin’s fourth film following Deswa, Mithila Makhaan, and Jackson Halt. His last film, Jackson Halt, received praise for its thrilling storyline, while Mithila Makhaan won a national award for Best Maithili Language Film, further solidifying their remarkable cinematic journey.
Waves OTT, the newly launched streaming platform by Prasar Bharti, is quickly gaining traction for its extensive collection of Indian films and shows, featuring cult classics from various regions across the country.
