Mar 17, 2026 12:11pm IST
After ‘Storm’, Hrithik Roshan Teams up With Prime Video India for ‘Mess’, a Comedy Film Directed By Rajesh A. Krishnan (EXCLUSIVE)
Hrithik Roshan and Prime Video India are expanding their creative partnership further. Variety India has exclusively learned that Hrithik is now producing a comedy feature film for the streaming giant, marking their second collaboration following Storm, a high-stakes thriller series that is currently in post-production.
Titled "Mess," the film will be directed by Rajesh A. Krishnan, best known for helming the 2024 blockbuster heist comedy "Crew" starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu and Kriti Sanon. The latest project tells the story about a motley group of robbers who, upon invading the family house of a man with OCD, slowly realize it's not the family but them who need to survive this night-long standoff. The original screenplay for the film was written by American writer Paul Soter, and the adapted screenplay and dialogues are written by Kapil Sawant. Shooting is expected to commence in the coming months.
Hrithik will produce this project alongside Eshaan Roshan under their banner, HRX Films, in association with Rajesh A. Krishnan's Soda Films Lab. HRX Films is a division of FilmKraft Productions and a third-generation production company in the Roshan family's cinematic lineage, following Hrithik's maternal grandfather J. Om Prakash’s Film Yug and father Rakesh Roshan’s FilmKraft Productions.
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“A key marker of a good story is if it takes you by surprise and keeps you entertained throughout. With Mess, we have a story that does not only that but makes you laugh at every step," said Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals, Prime Video India. “The movie has a refreshingly original premise and a unique set of delightful characters. Hrithik and Eshaan, through HRX Films, bring a strong creative instinct and a genuine passion for storytelling, and after Storm, we are delighted to deepen our partnership further with this film. Rajesh A. Krishnan is brilliant in this genre, and Mess has all the makings of a film that we believe will be loved by audiences in India and across the world.”
"Storm marked the start of something special with Prime Video, and Mess feels like a natural next step for us at HRX Films," said producer Hrithik Roshan. "Our partnership with Prime Video has allowed us to explore bold, innovative storytelling, and this project embodies that spirit perfectly. Rajesh brings a distinctive voice both as a producer and director, with a rare ability to blend comedy with compelling narratives. His creative vision for Mess has been extraordinary from the start. As production ramps up, Eshaan and I are beyond excited by the potential of this project. We believe this film will resonate with audiences who appreciate fresh, unconventional stories that push the boundaries of the genre."
Speaking about this upcoming project, Krishnan, whose filmmaking credits include movies and series known for their comedic sensibilities, said, “Developing Mess alongside Kapil has been a truly rewarding experience – it has been great to collaborate with him once again. The world of this film is a thrilling amalgamation of comedy and chaos, unusual enough to keep one at the edge of their seats. This film has been a creatively fulfilling and collaborative experience. Hrithik and Eshaan have brought their expertise and conviction to the film, and together, we have a dream cast to work with. As we move to production, I am grateful for all the support from HRX Films and Prime Video and convinced that the film has found the right home."
Founded in 2019, HRX Films was first credited in Hrithik's 2019 acclaimed biographical drama, “Super 30," but the company officially entered into full-scale production last year with Prime Video India's "Storm." Directed by “Tabbar” fame Ajitpal Singh, the show features an ensemble female cast led by Parvathy Thiruvothu, Alaya F, Srishti Shrivastava, Rrama Sharma, and Saba Azad.
Meanwhile, Hrithik is presently deeply immersed in the preparation for his most ambitious superhero film, "Krrish 4." He has also been discussing projects with Hombale Films, though the script and director aren't finalized yet.
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