Can a mainstream studio champion disruptive ideas, amplify fearless new voices, and still deliver cinema that resonates across the country? If Junglee Pictures’ remarkable track record is any indication, the answer is an emphatic yes. At Junglee, story is the only star and conviction is the only currency.
In 2025, that conviction powered two films from a development studio that received rave reviews from media and audiences and sparked important conversations.
Malayalam film Ronth marked Junglee’s first venture into regional storytelling. Directed by the much-acclaimed writer-director Shahi Kabir, Ronth featured Dileesh Pothan and Roshan Mathew in the lead roles. The story unravelled the searing emotional labyrinth of two-night patrol officers caught between duty, politics, and the shadows of their past decisions.
Junglee’s Hindi theatrical release this year was the riveting courtroom drama Haq, directed by Suparn S. Varma and starring Yami Gautam Dhar and Emraan Hashmi. The film navigated the delicate interplay between Personal Law and Secular Law, offering a compelling glimpse into women’s empowerment, equal rights, and justice for all Indians. Joining this compelling body of work in 2026 is Daayra, directed by Meghna Gulzar, a provocative and entertaining exploration of the eternal tension between crime and punishment.
With an instinct for culture-shifting storytelling, disrupting social norms and forcing audiences to think, Junglee Pictures, a prominent Bollywood development studio, did not just back these stories, it propelled the stories that most studios would shy away from. Junglee Pictures is one of the few self-funded studios where creative development sits at the centre of the filmmaking process. They are selective about the stories they take on, investing significant time and resources at the earliest stage. This long-term commitment to development allows them to maintain strong writing standards and build films that are both conceptually distinctive and commercially sustainable.
Speaking about the evolution of his association with Junglee Pictures, Dr. Jayantilal Gada, Chairman and Founder, Pen Studios, said, “My association with Junglee Pictures began with distribution collaborations and has now evolved into co-producing Daayra. What truly distinguishes Junglee is their unwavering belief in strong scripts and content-driven cinema, reflected in films like Haq, Badhaai Ho, Badhaai Do, Talvar and Raazi. At Pen Studios, we share this philosophy, having backed story-led films such as Gangubai Kathiawadi, Kahaani and RRR, and look forward to building meaningful collaborations rooted in powerful storytelling.”
On collaborating with a studio that gives utmost importance to their writers, Haq’s writer Reshu Nath shares “A script truly comes alive when it is backed by producers who deeply respect the written word, and that’s exactly what I experienced with Junglee Pictures. They uphold exceptionally strong writing standards and invest months in developing material they genuinely believe in. Haq was mounted exactly as it was envisioned, their belief in what they produce is unwavering, and it reflects in the way the film connected with both audiences and critics. I’m grateful to collaborate with a studio like Junglee Pictures that consistently champions story and substance above everything else from the beginning..”
This approach has helped the studio earn long-standing trust from writers, directors, and actors who value a collaborative, creator-first environment. As a result, Junglee Pictures’ films consistently resonate with the cultural moment, sparking conversation while building lasting audience loyalty. Over the years, Junglee Pictures has built a bold and impactful filmography including Talvar (2015), Badhaai Ho (2018), Raazi (2018), Badhaai Do (2022), and Doctor G (2022), films that consistently turn unconventional narratives into both critical and commercial successes.
With a passionate team driven by a deep love for cinema and a mission to champion transformative narratives, the studio isn’t just producing films — it’s shaping culture, conversations, and the future of Indian filmmaking. With Junglee Pictures, the most exciting chapters are still being written.
