Poacher Trailer Released: This Alia Bhatt's Upcoming Crime Series Is Based On 'True Events'

In a highly anticipated release, the trailer for "Poacher" has finally hit the screens, captivating audiences with its intense storyline. Produced by Alia Bhatt, this investigative crime series draws inspiration from true events, tackling the distressing issue of ivory poaching in India.

All About The Poacher Trailer

Alia Bhatt's Poacher Trailer Released/Twitter

The trailer commences with a chilling scene of an elephant being shot, serving as a precursor to a thorough exploration of elephant poaching in Kerala.

The plot unfolds as a united team, comprising forest officers, NGO workers, and police constables, embarks on a meticulous investigation that unravels a series of cold-blooded murders.

What initially appeared as a case of poaching takes an unexpected turn, expanding into an "international matter." The investigative team delves into a complex web of criminal activities, prompting questions about justice for voiceless creatures and the exposure of the elusive poacher.

Poster Of Poacher/Twitter

Scheduled to premiere on Prime Video India on February 23, "Poacher" promises to provide answers to these intriguing questions. Alia Bhatt, the film's producer, shared the trailer on social media, describing "Poacher" as a gripping portrayal of one of India's most significant crime rackets.

Featuring a stellar cast, including Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Ankith Madhav, Kani Kusruti, Suraj Pops, Ranjita Menon, Vinod Sherawat, and Snoop Dinesh, "Poacher" is directed by Richie Mehta, with Alia Bhatt serving as the executive producer. The series will be available in English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi.

Alia Bhatt On Poacher Trailer Launch Event

During the trailer launch event, Alia Bhatt expressed her pride in being part of this impactful project. She emphasised that "Poacher" addresses the grave issue of animal poaching and illegal wildlife trade, hoping that Richie Mehta's powerful storytelling will inspire viewers to champion the urgent need for wildlife preservation and encourage co-existence with all living beings. Alia Bhatt conveyed her satisfaction in collaborating with QC Entertainment and Prime Video to bring this compelling narrative to a global audience.

Revelation: Alia Bhatt's Pregnancy During "Poacher" Signing

In an exclusive revelation during the trailer launch event, Alia Bhatt shared a previously undisclosed story. Reflecting on her meeting with director Richie Mehta in 2022, she disclosed, "So, fun story which I¡¯ve never said before. Richie and I met back in 2022. I was full-blown pregnant, just about to pop, yeah very close to popping. We spoke about everything under the sun, we spoke about parenting, we spoke about just cinema, movies, art, and in that meeting, he took me to the world of Poacher."

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