MUMBAI : French actor and director Sandrine Bonnaire is soon going to direct legendary Hindi film industry star Jackie Shroff in the upcoming film 'Slow Joe', which is based on the late Indian musician Joseph Manuel Da Rocha.
Sandrine states "Joseph Manuel Da Rocha's story is moving and extraordinary, demonstrating that it's never too late to overcome adversity and achieve your dreams. I am truly excited to be a part of this film with its talented cast and cannot wait to begin filming.”
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Slow Joe tag goes to Da Rocha was a former drug addict and drug dealer, who was born in Mumbai, was left by his family, was heartbroken at 50, and later moved to Goa and changed.
During a Goa trip in 2007, French musician Cedric de la Chapelle met Joe, 64, who was making ends meet as a hotel room broker. Joe was also a poet and musician, sang for de la Chapelle, who was praised for his voice and recorded some of his a cappella songs.
Jackie said, "I am thrilled to have Sandrine Bonnaire on board to direct 'Slow Joe.' Her exceptional talent and vision will undoubtedly elevate the film to new heights."
"Working alongside such a respected filmmaker is an honour, and I am eager to bring Slow Joe's extraordinary journey to audiences worldwide."
The film is produced by famous producers, Isabella Sreyashii Sen and Olivier Dock, co-CEOs of Singapore production house Hazelnut Media.
Sen and Dock said,"We are extremely excited to bring this international story of hope to the screen and thrilled to have Jackie and Sandrine on this project.’
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