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Karan Johar and Manish Malhotra  Launch Usha Kakade’s Production House – Welcomes Her To Movie Industry 

Karan Johar and Manish Malhotra  Launch Usha Kakade’s Production House – Welcomes Her To Movie Industry 

Today, the entertainment industry witnessed a significant milestone as Mrs. Usha Kakade, a trailblazer in construction and dedicated social activist, unveiled the logo of her forthcoming production house, Usha Kakade Productions 

 

The production house was unveiled by Bollywood bigwig Karan Johar and celebrated fashion designer Manish Malhotra. It also attracted several prominent figures from the Hindi and Marathi film industries, including Isha Koppikar, Rinku Rajguru, Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, Sumedh Mudhalkar, Tanisha Mukherjee, Sharmila Thackeray, Abhijeet Khedekar, Smita Gondkar, Sonali Kulkarni, Gauahar Khan, and Ashoke Pandit.

 

Held at Taj Lands End, Bandra, Mumbai, the logo unveiling was a glittering affair that brought together industry stalwarts. Karan Johar, synonymous with cinematic excellence, praised Mrs. Kakade’s vision and dedication. “I am extremely excited to see what Usha Kakade Productions has in store for us. Usha will always have my support, and I am sure Usha Kakade Productions is going to be a tremendous success,” Johar stated. He also expressed his anticipation for UKP’s first film, “Vicky – Full Of Love,” underscoring his appreciation for Marathi cinema.

 

Manish Malhotra, whose designs have graced countless films, applauded Mrs. Kakade for her foray into film production. “I am absolutely looking forward to Usha’s new venture. Just like in all other areas, Usha under her banner Usha Kakade Productions is going to win all hearts,” Malhotra remarked.

 

Mrs. Kakade’s production house aims to be a beacon of creativity and social impact, reflecting her unwavering commitment to both the arts and humanitarian causes. Her transition from real estate to film production highlights her versatility and her significant contributions across various sectors. In her address, Mrs. Kakade expressed profound gratitude to all dignitaries present. She underscored the importance of this new chapter in her life and her excitement about the potential of her production house to create inspiring and thought-provoking content. “I am thrilled to kickstart this venture and embark on a new journey as a producer. I am confident it will be successful with the blessings and good wishes of Karan Johar,” she exclaimed.

 

With an illustrious 18-year career in the construction industry, Mrs. Usha Kakade is also the founder of the Gravittus Foundation. Her foundation has profoundly impacted society by educating over 500,000 children about safe and unsafe touch, providing dental checkups to 80,000 children, and facilitating eye checkups and surgeries for 110,000 children. Collaborations with UNICEF have furthered educational and healthcare initiatives, significantly improving countless lives.

 

Recognizing cinema’s transformative power, Mrs. Kakade spent the past three years meticulously researching the film industry. Her dedication culminated in establishing her production house, which aims to bring meaningful and impactful stories to the screen. The logo unveiling marks the beginning of a new era for Mrs. Kakade and her production house. With her proven track record of excellence and her deep-rooted commitment to social causes, the industry eagerly anticipates the impactful stories that will emerge from her new venture.

 

The first Marathi movie under the Usha Kakade Productions banner, titled “Vicky – Full Of Love,” was also announced at the event. Starring Heymal Ingley as the lead actress and Sumedh Mudhalkar as the lead actor, and directed by Tejpal Jayant Wagh, this film sets high expectations for the kind of quality and impactful storytelling that Usha Kakade Productions aims to deliver.

 

As the founder of the Gravittus Foundation, Mrs. Kakade has significantly contributed to education and healthcare initiatives, impacting the lives of hundreds of thousands of children. Her new production house aims to leverage the power of cinema to drive social change and inspire audiences worldwide. With a plan for a total of seven Marathi and Hindi movies in the pipeline, Usha Kakade Productions is set to make a significant mark in the film industry.