Bobby Bedi unveils diverse film projects including AR Rahman fantasy and Saudi retelling of Macbeth

Bobby Bedi, a prominent Indian film producer, announced a diverse production slate at the International Film Festival of India in Goa. His projects include "Mudras," a documentary about a Spanish dancer's journey in India, and "Bandit Queen MP," focusing on Phoolan Devi's political rise. Bedi is also developing "Mansur," an Arabic adaptation of his earlier film "Maqbool," which retells Shakespeare's "Macbeth." Another project, "Nasruddin Hoja," features a 13th-century character and is budgeted over $20 million, with A.R. Rahman involved. Other films in development include "Lala & Poppy," about a trans couple, and "The Flowering Tree," a musical fantasy addressing gender and environmental issues. Bedi's work continues to explore cultural themes across various genres.