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Jitendra Kumar and Pooja Bhatt to Lead Film Rooted in India’s Age-Old Pigeon-Flying Tradition, Produced by Khyati Madaan and Co-Produced by Hitesh Kewalya Jitendra Kumar is set to headline a new film alongside Pooja Bhatt. The film explores a heartfelt story set in the rare and culturally rich world of kabootar-baazi, India’s age-old pigeon-flying tradition. Jitendra Kumar, loved for his acclaimed performances across Panchayat, Kota Factory, Jaadugar, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan and the recently released Bhagwat: Chapter One - Raakshas, has been portraying diverse characters with authenticity and emotional depth. His new role as a passionate kabootarbaaz adds another distinct shade to his journey through this socially rooted narrative. National Award-winner Pooja Bhatt is set to portray Jitendra’s on-screen mother, marking a powerful return to an intimate performance space she has long been celebrated for, including her iconic roles in the National Award-winning Zakhm, Tamanna and Daddy. The film is produced by Khyati Madaan under her banner Not Out Entertainment and co-produced by Hitesh Kewalya, known for writing Shubh Mangal Saavdhan and writing and directing Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. It is written and directed by Bilal Hasan, whose award-winning short film Chupchaap also earned a Filmfare nomination. This marks his feature directorial debut. Set against the backdrop of kabootar-baazi, a traditional practice of training homing pigeons and flying them from neighbourhood rooftops, the film explores a culture that continues to thrive in old Indian mohallas and among pigeon-racing circles worldwide. While the setting adds a fresh cultural lens, the story remains deeply human and personal, unfolding within this unique world. Filming begins next year. Not Out Entertainment continues to build a slate of genre-bending cinema. The banner is currently producing Abhootpurva, a rom-hor-com set in 1990s Agra, starring Ritwik Bhowmik and an ensemble of seven acclaimed actors. Following Abhootpurva, Not Out will produce a horror film inspired by a real-life national tragedy, starring Ahan Shetty. With these films in its pipeline, the company is positioning itself as a distinctive voice in commercial cinema, bringing a fresh perspective and original worlds to the screen.