Searchlight Pictures has suspended production on “Being Mortal,” which was set to be the directorial feature debut of actor and comedian Aziz Ansari.
Ansari was also set to star in the film, alongside Bill Murray and Seth Rogen.Variety has confirmed that the studio has sent out a letter to the “Being Mortal” cast and crew, informing them that production has been suspended.
Searchlight cites a recent complaint that, after investigating, led to the decision “that production cannot continue at this time.”“We are truly grateful to all of you for everything you’ve put into this project.
Our hope is to resume production and [we] are working with Aziz and [producer Youree Henley] to figure out that timing,” the letter reads. “Production will be in touch with you to share details on the wrap, and we will let you know as soon as we have more information to share.” An individual familiar with the production says the complaint was not directed toward Ansari.
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