New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) After success of 'Tumhari Sulu', T-Series and Ellipsis Entertainment have partnered with Emraan Hashmi Films on their next production, 'Cheat India', trade sources said on Tuesday.

The edge-of-the-seat drama, 'Cheat India' is largely inspired by real incidents and will be directed by Soumik Sen.

The movie will take a startling look at the crimes in the Indian education system that has created a parallel eco-system infested with greed harvesters.

Talking about the film, Emraan Hashmi said, 'the script and title of 'Cheat India' are supremely powerful. This is among the most engaging and riveting stories I’ve read in a while and I am thrilled to be essaying what I believe will be a landmark role in my filmography. I am also looking forward to working with some formidable partners – Soumik, an amazing storyteller, Ellipsis, the new kids with a pulse on clutter-breaking content and marketing, and T-Series, with whom I share an old association on music and films.'

Speaking about the film , director Soumik Sen said,'this film is for every Indian student who is under pressure to excel in a competitive environment. Today’s youth will hugely relate to Cheat India."

Bhushan Kumar of T-Series said, “We are increasingly treading the path of strong creative partnerships, and in line with that, we are excited about co-creating Cheat India, which, we believe, will reflect the new-age appetite for compelling content rooted in realism.”

Tanuj Garg and Atul Kasbekar of Ellipsis Entertainment said,“The projects we are developing are incredibly diverse, varied in scope, and speak to the elevated tastes of audiences today. The story of 'Cheat India' will entertain and uplift, and we’re delighted to be bringing it to life.”

'Cheat India' is slated for release in February 2019.

T Series and Ellipsis Entertainment had earlier successfully partnered on the Vidya Balan starrer

'Tumhari Sulu'

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