Farhan Akhtar Joins Anupam Kher’s ‘Tanvi The Great’; Excel Entertainment to Handle Global Distribution

Bollywod

Veteran actor Anupam Kher’s much-anticipated directorial venture Tanvi The Great is gearing up for its theatrical release next month. Just days ahead of its global debut, actor-director-producer Farhan Akhtar has joined hands with the project, taking on a major responsibility through his production house.

Anupam Kher announced the development on Saturday by sharing a photo with Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani on Instagram. The announcement has created a fresh wave of excitement around the film, which earlier impressed audiences at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.

Excel Entertainment to Distribute Film Globally

Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s production house, Excel Entertainment, will handle the global distribution of Tanvi The Great. Excel, known for distributing major hits like KGF and KGF 2 in Hindi, now steps in to take Anupam Kher’s motivational drama to audiences across the world.

Anupam Kher expressed his gratitude through an emotional note, saying,

“Behind every great story are people who dare to believe in it and take it further. With Excel Entertainment joining us, that belief is stronger than ever.”

He further added,

“Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s support strengthens our dream of taking Tanvi’s journey to a global audience. Deepest thanks also to Anil Thadani for his trust and backing.”

Farhan Akhtar: “A Story That Needs to Travel the World”

Farhan Akhtar praised the film's message and said,

“It’s a deeply motivational story, and we are proud to support it. We hope it touches lives across the world.”

About the Film

Tanvi The Great is not just a film for Anupam Kher—it’s his passion project. He has directed, produced, and acted in the film under his banner Anupam Kher Studio. The ensemble cast includes Shubhangi Datt, Nassar, Jackie Shroff, Karan Thakkar, Arvind Swamy, Ian Glen, Pallavi Joshi, and Boman Irani.