Junglee Pictures has announced its collaboration with renowned filmmaker Raj Kumar Gupta for an ambitious tentpole film, to be directed by him, marking the coming together of two creative forces known for delivering engaging, rooted narratives that resonate powerfully with audiences at scale.
The versatile film-maker, best known for the successful Raid franchise films- Raid and Raid 2, hard hitting No One Killed Jessica and Aamir among many others. Raj Kumar Gupta has carved a distinct space in Indian cinema with stories grounded in realism, sharp observation, massy entertainment while remaining high in emotion and drama. Raj is fresh off the success of Raid 2 , one of the top 10 highest grossing theatrical films of 2025. His films balance authenticity with strong commercial appeal, delivering hard-hitting narratives that leave a lasting impression. His storytelling sensibility and singular vision aligns seamlessly with Junglee Pictures’ creative ethos.
Over the years, Junglee Pictures has built a formidable filmography, championing meaningful and disruptive narratives across genres. It started its journey with Dil Dhadakne Do and went to produce blockbuster, superhit and critically acclaimed films like Badhaai Ho, Raazi, Talvar, Badhaai Do, Bareilly Ki Barfi, the studio has consistently delivered stories that not only entertain the audience but also spark conversations. Moreover, Junglee’s 2025 releases-Haq and the Malayalam film Ronth, have received widespread acclaim during their theatrical and streaming runs.
The yet-to-be titled film has completed scripting, with casting set to begin shortly. It is said to promise a gripping, intense narrative reflecting the director signature style while pushing the envelope in terms of impact.
Speaking of the collaboration Vineet Jain, MD, The Times Group shared, “Junglee Pictures has always focused on backing distinctive, relatable stories with lasting cultural value. This collaboration with Raj reflects the studio’s intent to join forces with filmmakers who strengthen its slate through purposeful, impact-driven cinema, bringing quality storytelling with relevance, scale, and audience connection. This film will also be a true tentpole for Junglee – bold and impactful, rooted in realism.”
Elaborating further, Director Raj Kumar Gupta said, “I’ve always been drawn to narratives grounded in reality that also have the ability to connect with audiences on a larger canvas. This film is conceived as a hard-hitting, immersive, engaging and entertaining theatrical experience. Junglee Pictures has a strong legacy of backing thoughtful, content-led cinema, making this collaboration feel like a natural alignment. I’m excited to collaborate with Junglee pictures.”
Speaking about the association, producing partner, Myra Karn said, “ Junglee Pictures brings together heart, vision, and fearless storytelling. Junglee’s bold innovative approach meets Raj Kumar Gupta’s unflinching storytelling, crafting stories that questions the status quo. This collaboration is special and I am honoured to be part of this dream team.”
While further details of the story remain under wraps, the film promises a compelling experience that blends strong narrative depth with wide audience appeal.