Phars Film (PHF) has locked down the overseas theatrical distribution rights for “Singham Again,” the upcoming tentpole from Jio Studios, the content arm of billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries Limited. The action thriller, helmed by hitmaker Rohit Shetty, is poised to be one of Bollywood’s marquee releases for 2024.
The pic marks the fifth entry in Shetty’s popular cop universe. The franchise – initially based on Hari’s 2010 Tamil-language “Singam,” starring Suriya – kicked off with “Singham” (2011) and “Singham Returns” (2014), both centering on Bajirao Singham (Ajay Devgn), a straight-arrow Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) from the Goa-Maharashtra border town of Shivgarh. “Simmba” (2018) shifted focus to Sangram “Simmba” Bhalerao (Ranveer Singh), a corrupt inspector from Singham’s hometown. The series expanded further with “Sooryavanshi” (2021), introducing Akshay Kumar as DCP Veer Sooryavanshi.
“Singham Again” boasts an A-list ensemble including Devgn, Singh, Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Jackie Shroff, Tiger Shroff and Arjun Kapoor.
PHF has teamed with Moviegoers Entertainment to orchestrate the film’s rollout across international territories, excluding the Middle East, which PHF will handle directly. The duo is eyeing approximately 1,500 screens outside India.
“Singham Again” is presented by Jio Studios in association with Rohit Shetty Picturez, Ajay Devgn Films, Reliance Entertainment and Madman Ventures. The film is produced by Devgn, Jyoti Deshpande and Shetty.
The film is due to release worldwide on Nov. 1, during the Diwali festival holiday frame.
Ahmad Golchin, founder and CEO of Phars Film, said: “’Singham Again’ is this year’s most awaited film made on a huge budget. It is perhaps the most expensive film of the year. Fans are waiting for this high octane action spectacle which has been shot by Rohit Shetty with an ensemble cast of Bollywood’s biggest stars. We have collaborated with Moviegoers Entertainment to release ‘Singham Again’ worldwide, as they have a track record in successfully handling big-budget films. We expect the audience to come and celebrate ‘Singham Again’ this festive season in cinema houses worldwide.”
Jyoti Deshpande, president, media and content business, Reliance Industries Limited, added: “The tremendous anticipation surrounding this star-studded action entertainer is palpable globally and I am confident this partnership will deliver the best possible reach and showcasing of the film to audiences and fans worldwide.”
Pranab Kapadia, founder and director, Moviegoers Entertainment said: “Our working synergy with Phars Film has delivered some of the biggest, global box office successes in recent years and we are looking forward to implementing an international distribution strategy for ‘Singham Again’ that will maximise box office impact and returns through a targeted and tactical approach.”
