Acting Ka Bhoot

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Acting Ka Bhoot
Directed byShashank Kumar
Written byAbhishek Shashi Kumar
Produced byShashank Kumar
Manoj Chaudhary
Mermaid Studio
Starring Aham Sharma
Rajni Katiyar
Saanand Verma
Ishtiyak Khan
Lilliput
Anil Rastogi
CinematographyBharani Kannan
Edited byVinay Pandey
Music byKashi Richards
Production
company
Mermaid Studio
Release date
  • 1 September 2023 (2023-09-01)
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Acting Ka Bhoot is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language comedy directed by Shashank Kumar and produced by Shashank Kumar himself along with Manoj chaudhary and Mermaid Studio.The film stars Aham Sharma [ citation needed ] alongside Rajni Katiyar, Saanand Verma, Ishtiyak Khan, Lilliput and others. The film revolves around the lives of two con artists who, amidst their deceptive schemes, find an unexpected connection and love blossoms between them. [1]

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Synopsis

The film follows two con artists with shattered dreams and disillusioned lives. Set against the backdrop of Lucknow, the film delves into their world of deceit, where their lives take a unique turn when they unexpectedly fall in love with each other while attempting to outwit one another. The narrative explores the ups and downs they encounter in their personal lives, and how their ambitions and emotions become entwined in the midst of their con games.

Cast

Production

The concept for "Acting Ka Bhoot" originated from director Shashank Kumar who wanted to a comedy film after his film Most Common Budbak during the COVID-19 pandemic. The majority of the filming took place in Lucknow. [2] [3] [4]

Soundtrack

The music was acquired by Zee Music.[ citation needed ]

Release

The film was released in theatres on 1 September 2023. [5] [6]

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