About the Studio
A storytelling studio for the India that hasn't been filmed yet.

Founder
Mahinder Singh Saniwal
Founder · Writer · Director · Producer
Building Original Indian Franchise IP.
- 23+ Years Experience
- 700+ Television Episodes
- 50+ Original Properties Developed
- Released Theatrical Feature Film
Mahinder Singh Saniwal has spent more than 23 years in film and television, writing and developing 700+ television episodes and 50+ original properties, including the released theatrical feature Journey of Bhangover.
About the Founder
For more than two decades, Mahinder Singh Saniwal has worked across television, film and long-form storytelling, writing over 700 television episodes while developing original content across drama, thriller, reality and feature films.
Today, through Bannada Films, he is focused on creating original intellectual property designed for adaptation, expansion and long-term franchise value across films, series, formats and emerging storytelling platforms.
Press & Recognition
Independent coverage and industry records for Bannada Films and its founder.
Encyclopaedia entry
Journey of Bhangover on WikipediaStructured data record
Journey of Bhangover on DBpediaIndustry listing
Mahinder Singh Saniwal on BookMyShowBox office record
Mahinder Singh Saniwal box office on The NumbersPress interview · Deccan Chronicle
CBFC delay on Journey of Bhangover
Selected Credits
Journey of Bhangover
Writer · Director · Producer
Released theatrical feature film featuring Jaideep Ahlawat, National Award Winner Yashpal Sharma and Sapna Chaudhary.
Watch TrailerStudio Vision
To discover rooted stories, build original story worlds and create franchise-ready properties with national and global appeal.
Development Process
01
Discover
Research, territory, culture and story potential.
02
Develop
Characters, story worlds, narratives and franchise opportunities.
03
Package
Pitch decks, look-books and development materials.
04
Partner
Presented to OTT platforms, studios, producers, distributors and strategic partners.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Bannada Films.
Who is the founder of Bannada Films?
Bannada Films was founded by Mahinder Singh Saniwal, a writer, director and producer with more than 23 years in film and television.
How many years of experience does Bannada Films have?
Mahinder Singh Saniwal has spent more than 23 years in film and television, writing and developing 700+ television episodes and 50+ original properties.
What kind of content does Bannada Films make?
Bannada Films develops original, creator-owned Indian IP across feature films, OTT series, limited series, reality formats and vertical drama, built for adaptation and long-term franchise value.
Has Bannada Films released a feature film?
Yes — the released theatrical feature Journey of Bhangover, written, directed and produced by Mahinder Singh Saniwal, featuring Jaideep Ahlawat, National Award Winner Yashpal Sharma and Sapna Chaudhary.
How can I contact Bannada Films or submit a project?
Write to contact@bannada.com with a short introduction and the project details; pitch decks, look-books and development materials are shared selectively with verified industry partners.
Stories That Refuse To Be Forgotten.
— Bannada Films
