Prakash Jha film heads to Busan

Prakash Jha-starrer Matto Ki Saikal is all set to have its world premiere at the 25th Busan International Film Festival in South Korea.

The film helmed by debutant filmmaker M Gani and produced by debutant producer Sudhirbhai Mishra will be showcased in the ‘Window on Asian Cinema’ section of the festival.

Matto Ki Saikal revolves around the story of a family’s struggle to buy a new bicycle and how their lives depend on it. The film stars Prakash Jha, Anita Choudhary and Aarohi Sharma among others.

Director Ghani extended his gratitude to the selection committee of the film festival and to actor Prakash Jha for believing in the story. “I extend my heartfelt thanks to the selection committee of the prestigious Busan International Film Festival and to Mr Prakash Jha who stood by me and believed in the story. I was fortunate that I had a wonderful team which made this film possible and I thank each member associated with the film,” said Ghani.