A light-hearted film based on electricity issues in rural India

After the success of 'Toilet — Ek Prem Katha', director Shree Narayan Singh is ready with his next, '

Batti Gul Meter Chalu

'. A social drama that talks about friendships, family ties and relationships in small cities, it stars Shahid Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor in the lead roles. The trailer of the film will be released today. The story is based on electricity-related issues in rural areas, and unfolds through three friends, who believe in living their lives to the fullest.

To maintain the feel of the film, Shree Narayan Singh shot it in a small town in Garhwal (Uttarakhand). Apart from Shahid and Shraddha, the movie also stars Divyendu Sharma and Yami Gautam. Shahid, who was last seen in an intense role in 'Padmaavat', will be back on screen with the light-hearted drama.

Shree Narayan Singh says, “Batti Gul Meter Chalu is a subject close to my heart. I know the problems the interiors of our country face because of electricity fluctuations.

Toilet Ek Prem Katha

dealt with a different social issue against the backdrop of a love story. This time around, the issue is intertwined with friendship. Siddharth Singh and Garima Wahal, who wrote 'Toilet'..., have penned this as well. Bhushanji (producer Bhushan Kumar) has been a huge support. The entire cast has also been totally involved right from the beginning. We have given it our best. As the trailer gets launched today, I am both excited and nervous.”

Bhushan Kumar adds, “This film has a unique subject, which has not been attempted before in Hindi cinema. As a producer, it has been a creative high to bring Shree Narayan Singh’s socially relevant directorial vision to the big screen.”

'Batti Gul Meter Chalu', produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Nitin Chandrachud and Nishant Pitti under the banner of T-Series Films and Krti Pictures, releases on September 21.