Indian filmmaker Devashish Makhija and actor-producer Anshuman Jha are joining forces for a crime noir thriller, marking their first collaboration.

The as-yet-untitled project represents a convergence of two distinctive voices in contemporary Indian cinema. Makhija, whose internationally recognized filmography includes “Joram,” “Bhonsle” and “Ajji,” is developing what’s being described as a high-tension genre piece.

Jha, coming off “Lord Curzon Ki Haveli,” has been cast in the lead role. The actor has built a career across diverse projects including “Love Sex Aur Dhokha,” “Chauranga,” “Lakadbaggha” and “No Fathers in Kashmir.” Beyond acting, Jha has established himself as a producer with an independent production and theatrical release infrastructure.

“I hope for this film to be the

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