Shweta Tripathi on challenges of being a producer: 'It's about making sure every part aligns'

Shweta Tripathi. Pics/Instagram, Yogen Shah

Before turning producer, Shweta Tripathi knew the role would come with challenges and learnings. But the actor also knew that the joy of telling a story she wanted to would surpass these hurdles. Armed with this belief, she dived into her first Hindi film production, Mujhe Jaan Na Kaho Meri Jaan, juggling its pre-production with the shoot of Mirzapur: The Movie.

"Juggling multiple roles feels like switching playlists in my head. One moment I'm in actor mode, and the next, I'm a producer," she laughed.

Mujhe Jaan Na Kaho Meri Jaan, a queer drama directed by Sanjoy Nag, will roll this week. Tripathi has understood that seeing the big picture is the most important lesson in production. "As a first-time producer, the biggest challenge has been understanding the scale of responsibility. It's not just about the story, it's about making sure every part aligns - from finances to scheduling to people. It can get intense, but it's also rewarding to see your vision come together."

Tillotama Shome

Tillotama Shome will lead Tripathi's production ‘Mujhe Jaan Na Kaho Meri Jaan'