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Bollywood Movie in Mauritius: Producers: Luv Ranjan & Ankur Garg

By July 18, 2022May 17th, 2026No Comments

Bollywood Movie in Mauritius: Luv Ranjan & Ankur Garg’s Romantic Comedy (2023)

Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor star in Luv Ranjan’s highly anticipated romantic comedy, filmed partly in Mauritius with support from Identical Media.

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, produced by Luv Films and directed by Luv Ranjan, quickly became one of the most talked-about Bollywood films of 2023. Released during Holi, the film crossed 78 million+ YouTube views with its trailer and music launches. Identical Media proudly provided on-the-ground Mauritius Film Rebate service production support for this exciting international collaboration.

About the Film

Madness ensues when a “player” in the world of romantic relationships meets his perfect match. The film blends comedy, romance, and drama, with a fresh take that resonated strongly with Indian and global audiences.

  • Director: Luv Ranjan
  • Writer: Luv Ranjan
  • Actors: Ranbir Kapoor & Shraddha Kapoor
  • Producers: Luv Ranjan & Ankur Garg
  • Genre: Romantic Comedy

About the Lead Actors

Ranbir Kapoor

Ranbir Kapoor is one of the most successful actors in Indian cinema, featured in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2012. Recipient of six Filmfare Awards, Kapoor’s portfolio includes blockbusters such as Sanju, one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.

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Shraddha Kapoor

Shraddha Kapoor is one of the most popular Indian actresses, known for hits like Chhichhore (2019) and Stree (2018). She has been a regular on Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2014 and was included in Forbes Asia’s 30 Under 30 in 2016. Kapoor also boasts one of the highest followings on Instagram among Indian actresses.

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About Luv Films

Luv Films was founded in 2012 by director Luv Ranjan and his childhood friend Ankur Garg. Known for delivering unique, boundary-pushing stories, the company has produced hits across multiple genres:

  • Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018), a rom-com that became a cultural sensation
  • De De Pyaar De (2019), a fresh take on modern relationships
  • Malang (2020), an edge-of-the-seat thriller
  • Chhalaang (2020), highlighting the importance of sports in education

Upcoming projects include the Ranbir-Shraddha starrer Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, a biopic on cricket legend Sourav Ganguly, and thriller Kuttey.

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About the Founders

Luv Ranjan

Luv Ranjan debuted with the cult hit Pyaar Ka Punchnama (2011), followed by Akaash Vani and Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2. His 2018 film Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety was one of the year’s top grossers, cementing his reputation as a director-producer of note.

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Ankur Garg

Ankur Garg, an IIM Ahmedabad alumnus and former Microsoft executive, transitioned to film production in 2012. He now oversees the business at Luv Films while also running IFI Techsolutions and founding the I for India Foundation, a not-for-profit promoting political accountability.

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Identical Media’ Role in Mauritius

For this high-profile Bollywood production, Identical Media acted as the official service producer in Mauritius. We supported the team with:

This ensured a smooth international shoot and maximized the financial and creative value of filming in Mauritius.

Conclusion

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar showcases the strength of modern Bollywood rom-coms and underlines Mauritius’ appeal as a filming destination. With global stars, top-tier production, and the backing of the Mauritius Film Rebate, the project highlights how Identical Media connects international filmmakers with the island’s resources and incentives.

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