Lockdown: Film stars across India virtually come together for short film “Family”

Team Udayavani, Apr 7, 2020, 10:18 AM IST

Amid nation-wide lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19, a short film “Family” was released by Sony Network on Monday, April 6.

“Family”, which talks about the importance of staying at home, maintaining hygiene and social distancing, features Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, Ranbir Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Alia Bhatt, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Mammootty, Sonali Kulkarni, Shiv Raj Kumar, Prosenjit Chatterjee, and Diljit Dosanjh.

All the actors in the film were at their respective home in their city. This was conceptualized and virtually directed by Prasoon Pandey and each actors speak their native language.

At the end of the film, Bachchan urges everyone to not to panic or scared and be safe.

Presenting ‘Family’, a made-at-home short film featuring @SrBachchan, #Rajnikanth #RanbirKapoor @priyankachopra @aliaa08, #Chiranjeevi @Mohanlal, #Mammootty, @meSonalee @prosenjitbumba #ShivaRajkumar & @diljitdosanjh.
Supported by #SonyPicturesNetworksIndia & #KalyanJewellers. pic.twitter.com/menuDz808H

— sonytv (@SonyTV) April 6, 2020