Alia Bhatt, the executive producer of Poacher, directed by Richie Mehta, finds it amusing that the term “executive producer” sounds fancy and doesn’t concern herself with industry jargon. She has finalized the cast and is fully invested in telling a story that deeply moved her. On a personal level, she was genuinely impressed by the show and exclaimed, “Wow.”
Poacher is an investigative thriller that sheds light on the rampant ivory poaching in Kerala. Richie Mehta, renowned for his work on Delhi Crime (2019), created and directed the series. It features talented actors Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya. Alia’s involvement in this Amazon Prime Video production marks her debut in the world of the streaming giant. However, she ventured into producing in 2022 with Darlings, which is available on Netflix.
During an interview, Alia expressed that this project is an unprecedented event for Eternal Sunshine Productions and herself. They joined the project at a later stage, and their main objective is to ensure that people get to see the story and, more importantly, to make a meaningful impact. Alia also emphasized that being an executive producer requires supporting and investing in content that holds personal significance. As she wasn’t involved initially, the actor tried to enhance the show’s accessibility. Furthermore, Alia praised Richie for infusing the show with a compelling narrative and addressing an important cause. Stories like these have the potential to captivate audiences when effectively conveyed. Crime shows have a strong presence in global ratings, and crafting a story that stays true to the genre while delving into emotional depths is no easy task. Richie’s ability to engage viewers through Poacher’s criminal drama structure is commendable, according to Alia Bhatt.
