Johnny Depp, Al Pacino Projects Lead Slate at Natasha Mudhar’s Purpose-Driven Studio The World We Want: ‘Storytelling Is Our Bridge to Empathy’

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Naman Ramachandran Impact entrepreneur and UN Global Goals advocate Natasha Mudhar is making a mark with The World We Want Studios, a production banner that’s quickly assembling a slate of star-powered projects including Johnny Depp‘s directorial effort “Modi” and Al Pacino-Jessica Chastain feature “Lear Rex.” Mudhar’s journey into high-profile Hollywood productions began in 2013 through veteran producer Barry Navidi, Pacino’s longtime creative partner. “My journey with ‘Lear Rex’ and ‘Modi’ began when I was introduced to Al Pacino through Barry Navidi,” Mudhar tells Variety. “At the time, I worked closely with Barry on ‘An Evening with Pacino,’ Mr.

Pacino’s sold-out London show. This collaboration allowed me to build a strong creative and business rapport with Barry, which eventually led to my involvement as co-producer for ‘Lear Rex’ and executive producer for ‘Modi.'” “Our commissioning ethos is rooted in the belief that purpose-driven storytelling can be both engaging and commercially successful,” says Mudhar. “We select projects that prioritize captivating narratives while seamlessly integrating a social conscience.

From genre-defining films with subtle social commentary to bold narratives tackling pressing global issues, we are committed to pushing boundaries and ensuring stories leave a lasting imprint.” Depp-directed “Modi – Three Days on the Wing of Madness,” starring Riccardo Scamarcio as Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani, premiered at San Seabastian last year.

The film offers what Mudhar describes as “an intimate glimpse into three pivotal days of Modigliani’s life, set against the backdrop of WWI Paris.” She emphasizes that it’s “far from a biopic” and instead “uses the lens of dramedy to boldly explore.