MUMBAI: Colour Yellow Productions, helmed by filmmaker Aanand L Rai, has appointed Harini Lakshminarayan as chief operating officer. She brings over two decades of experience in IP development, production and strategy to the Mumbai-based production house.

In her new role, Lakshminarayan will oversee strategic operations and business development while maintaining the studio's focus on storytelling and IP creation. She joins the company as it plans to expand its content slate across markets.

"Harini brings a unique combination of creative foresight and strategic expertise that aligns perfectly with our mission,” said Colour Yellow Productions founder Aanand L Rai. "Together, we will continue to raise the bar for what Indian cinema can achieve in both domestic and global markets.”

Lakshminarayan said she was excited to join the studio known for films like Raanjhanaa, Tanu Weds Manu, and Tumbbad. "Aanand L Rai's incredible vision for storytelling that consistently pushes boundaries is truly inspiring,” she noted.

The appointment comes as Colour Yellow, established over a decade ago, looks to build on its legacy of creating culturally rooted content that appeals to wider audiences. The studio has previously produced critically acclaimed films like Newton, Mukkabaaz and Shubh Mangal Saavdhan.