Flying high

Cannes was their first,and with it,Big Pictures is out with the first look of Kites. Starring Hrithik Roshan,Mexican actress Barbara Mori,the film’s been directed by Anurag Basu and written,produced by Rakesh Roshan. “Kites is a story of love that goes beyond barriers,boundaries and cultures. With an internationally renowned crew and crisp story-telling,we have attempted to create a film which we feel has a scope to reach wider world audience and set new benchmarks,” says Hrithik,while Barbara adds,“Kites is my first international experience of working in a film with Indian cast and I must say it has been extremely overwhelming. I have cherished every moment of being a part of this film…it’s been like being part of a family.” Meanwhile,the film’s being marketed extensively across international platforms. Kites also stars Kangana Ranaut,Nick Brown and Kabir Bedi in pivotal roles. Two versions of the film are being readied for release in the last quarter of 2009. While in the international market,Kites will release in English,whereas India will see the Hindi version,which has been shot simultaneously.