~ Prime Video, which is coming as an added benefit for Amazon Prime members in India, will be the exclusive subscription video streaming home for upcoming new releases from Vishesh Films
New releases will stream on Prime Video before their television premiere
~ Prime Video will premiere new releases from Vishesh Films including recently released “Raaz 4” starring Emraan Hashmi and forthcoming releases like “Begum Jaan” starring Vidya Balan; plus Prime members will have access to blockbuster films including the blockbuster franchises of Raaz, Murder, Aashiqui and Jannat, Humari Adhuri Kahani, Ghulam, Dil Hai Ki Manta Nahi; all of which will be available for unlimited streaming at no additional cost to a Prime membership ~
This is the first time ever that Vishesh Films’ movies will be available on a video streaming service
~ Amazon Prime already offers unlimited free fast delivery on India’s largest selection of products, early access to top deals and more benefits for an unparalleled shopping experience ~
Bangalore – October 20, 2016 - (NASDAQ:AMZN) - Amazon and Vishesh Films today announced a long-term agreement that will make Prime Video India the exclusive subscription streaming destination for all existing and new release films from Vishesh Films. Prime members will have access to highly anticipated future titles like “Begum Jaan” featuring Vidya Balan on Prime Video, the recently released Raaz 4 and blockbuster library films including the Aashiqui, Raaz, Murder and Jannat franchises, Ghulam, Dil Hai Ki Manta Nahi, Humari Adhuri Kahani and many more. Not only that, Prime members will enjoy unlimited streaming of these upcoming movies ahead of their television premiere and within weeks of their theatrical release.
“Vishesh Films is one of the most successful Indian film production houses and we are excited to premiere their content on Prime Video.” said Nitesh Kripalani, Director and Country Head, Amazon Prime Video India. “Prime Video India will showcase Vishesh Films’ repertoire of films from horror to thrillers to romance, all coupled with soulful music that has become a trademark of their movies.”
"Digital is the future and I am bringing it now to the Bollywood audiences worldwide. Our forthcoming releases will be available on Amazon Prime Video before the television premiere for instant gratification, at any place, at any time. I believe this move will be a game changer for the industry. We are proud to be working with an iconic partner like Amazon." said Vishesh Bhatt, Managing Director, Vishesh Films.
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About Vishesh Films
Vishesh Films is an Indian film production house which was founded by the Bhatt family in 1986 The Bhatt’s have been part of the Indian film Industry for the last 3 generations (since 1928) contributing 84 Years to the 100 years of Indian Cinema. Vishesh Films have produced more than 57 films till date, which is more than any other production house in the industry. Successful franchises such as Aashiqui, Raaz, Murder and Jannat are all produced under this banner. Vishesh Films continues to hold the reputation of being an industry pioneer and creator of path breaking content