Netflix strikes partnership with ‘Scoop’ creator Hansal Mehta

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Netflix has struck a creative partnership with Indian filmmaker Hansal Mehta, following the launch of his series Scoop on the streamer.

Mehta’s first series for Netflix, Scoop, concluded on the service earlier this month. The crime drama was inspired by crime reporter Jigna Vora’s book Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison and starred Karishma Tanna as crime reporter Jagruti Pathak.

Under the multi-year deal, Mehta will create multiple series for Netflix over the next few years.

Mehta’s prior credits include features Aligarh, Shahid and Citylights, while his series Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story was a top performing title for SonyLIV in 2020.

“As a filmmaker, the idea of creating diverse and dynamic stories constantly keeps me on my toes. What excites me about this partnership with Netflix, which is home to some of the finest talent, is the potential for my work to reach viewers across the world,” said Mehta.

“As was the case with Scoop, Netflix is engaged in the creative process right from scripting, all the way to marketing and distribution which is critical for the success of any creative collaboration. This long-term partnership with them is only going to empower me to dive into a variety of undiscovered stories.”

Monika Shergill, VP of content for Netflix India, added: “Scoop marks yet another success for our series line-up this year, and with this partnership we look forward to never before seen stories that audiences will love.”

Netflix’s Indian original line-up also Khakee – The Bihar Chapter, Rana Naidu, Class, Mission Majnu, Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga and Kathal.