Subhash Ghai steps into TV industry as upcoming show ‘Janaaki’ set to air in May

Subhash Ghai, the renowned Bollywood director, producer and screenwriter known for his work on hits such as Pardes, Karz, Saudagar, Khal Nayak and Hero, is set to venture into television with his upcoming show Jaanaki. Last year, Ghai made his debut on streaming platforms with the show 36 Farmhouse. Jaanaki, a daily show focused on female empowerment, is scheduled to go on air in May 2023 and will be produced by Ghai himself. Reportedly, shooting for the show's 208 episodes is set to begin soon.

Subhash Ghai, the acclaimed Bollywood director, producer and screenwriter, recently opened up about his upcoming venture into television, calling it the most powerful medium. He added that Jaanaki, the show he is producing, is focused on strengthening the movement for women's empowerment.

Ghai's production company Mukta Arts has signed an agreement with Prasar Bharti's CEO to produce the show. Ghai expressed his excitement at the association, saying that it is an honour to be associated with Doordarshan, the most-viewed channel in India, for his first daily soap.

About the show

The show is written by Vandana Tiwari, Rekha Babbal and Jainesh Ezardar. Rutuja Kathe is the creative director, Jignesh Vaishnav and Dharmesh are the directors, and Rahul Puri is the producer.

About Subhash Ghai’s OTT debut

36 Farmhouse directed by Ram Ramesh, stars Amol Prashar, Vijay Raaz, Flora Saini, Barkha Singh, Madhuri Bhatia, and Ashwini Kalsekar in lead roles. Last year, Zee Studios and Mukta Searchlight Films released a film on ZEE5 about a murder mystery with a satire at its core that follows the story of the rich versus the poor in a universal theme - 'Some Steal For Need - Some Steal For Greed'. The film was written and composed by Subhas Ghai.

FAQs:

1. What is Subhash Ghai’s age?
   He is 78 years old.
2. Where is Subhash Ghai from?
   He is from Nagpur, India.