Five Films, New Languages: Yantra Pictures' next chapter mapped out by Maansi Guptey

Indian producer, author and entrepreneur Maansi Guptey is gearing up for an ambitious phase with her production house, Yantra Pictures. After producing the Marathi drama Colorphool, she has announced a slate of five feature films planned for 2026-27, with projects spanning multiple genres and languages.

Speaking about the banner's long-term vision, Maansi said, "At Yantra Pictures, our vision is to build a storytelling studio that creates meaningful, commercially engaging cinema across languages and platforms. In the near future, we are focusing on expanding our slate with feature films, premium OTT content, and adaptations of powerful literary works. Alongside production, we are also building an ecosystem that connects storytelling with lifestyle and culture through our creative ventures. Our aim is to create stories that stay with people long after the credits roll."

Explaining the kind of stories Yantra Pictures wants to champion, Maansi said the focus will remain on films that balance entertainment with emotional depth.

"We are drawn to stories that are emotionally rich, character-driven, and rooted in authentic human experiences. Whether it's romance, drama, thrillers, or socially relevant narratives, we look for stories that entertain while leaving an emotional impact. We believe commercial cinema and meaningful storytelling can coexist beautifully. At Yantra Pictures, every project begins with one question: Will this story make someone feel something?"

The banner is also looking beyond Marathi and Hindi cinema. Maansi confirmed that Yantra Pictures has already begun developing a Malayalam film while exploring collaborations with filmmakers, writers and actors from the South.

"We are already developing a Malayalam project and actively exploring collaborations with filmmakers, writers, and actors. We believe great stories transcend language, and our vision is to create culturally authentic content that connects with audiences across regions."

With five feature films in development and expansion into regional cinema on the cards, Yantra Pictures is expected to make several project announcements in the coming months.