KSS Productions and Entertainment —the makers of Bengali films like Thammar Boyfriend, 8/12 – Binay Badal Dinesh and Hridpindo— are set to foray into the Hindi film industry with their upcoming film Siniolchu, starring Panchayat actor Raghubir Yadav.

Directed by veteran Bengali film director Indranil Ghosh, Siniolchu also stars Prem Kumar Pradhan, Riya Bhujel and Tiyasha.

Set against the backdrop of Sikkim, the film revolves around Daowa (Raghubir) and his hens. His only human friend is eight-year old Maya. One day the headman declares a ban on selling eggs and hens. What happens next forms the crux of the story.

“It is a humane story based on true events. And this sweet relationship of friendship between two humans, transcending the barriers of age, has a unique and heart-touching global appeal,” said Ghosh.

The cultural nuances of the Sikkimese people are highlighted throughout the script and all the supporting characters are played by locals. The usage of organic products by the people of Sikkim forms an integral part of the script.

“The story of the film is connected so strongly to nature and to the soft-natured people of the hills, that after seeing this film, I am sure many would want to come here to find peace and serenity,” said Raghubir, who played important roles in the Amazon Prime series Panchayat and Disney+ Hotstar series The Great Indian Murder.