The World We Want Studios is a next-generation media company harnessing the power of transformative storytelling to shape culture, spark conversation, and deliver commercial success.

The World We Want Studios is a next-generation media company harnessing the power of transformative storytelling to shape culture, spark conversation, and deliver commercial success.

With a portfolio spanning world-class entertainment across feature films, scripted and unscripted television, global campaigns, media platforms, and purpose-driven productions, the company produces, positions, and promotes stories that matter. Backed by a global network spanning Hollywood, Indian cinema, and emerging markets, the studio operates across the entire entertainment value chain, financing, producing, distributing, and marketing diverse original content.

It’s film slate includes In The Shadows, the powerful biopic of boxing champion and refugee Ramla Ali; Lear Rex, a reimagining of Shakespeare’s King Lear starring Al Pacino and Jessica Chastain; Modi – Three Days in the Wings of Madness, a stylized portrait of artist Amedeo Modigliani directed by Johnny Depp; and HOWL, an epic tale of love and survival between a dog and a wolf, executive produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and Dr. Jane Goodall.

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FILM + TV PRODUCTIONS

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SHORT FILMS

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PROJECT PRODUCTIONS

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FILM + TV PRODUCTIONS

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SHORT FILMS

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PROJECT PRODUCTIONS

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Separately, The World We Want Studios has led international publicity and marketing for over 250 film and television titles, driving box office performance, streaming viewership, and cultural relevance through innovative campaigns.

With a track record of mobilizing over $425M in impact capital, executing 90+ projects across 130+ countries, and launching the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals in India, the company’s dedicated social impact arm champions content that is both commercially viable and socially resonant, spotlighting underrepresented voices, exploring timely global themes, and blending bold creativity with broad audience appeal.

As a strategic creative partner, the studio has produced more than 50 short films and PSAs for the United Nations, the governments of the USA, UAE, and India, and philanthropic organizations including the Gates Foundation, fusing celebrity influence and pop culture with globally resonant messaging.

The World We Want Studios is developing an investment vehicle designed to empower independent filmmakers and elevate storytelling into a recognised asset class, creating value across the entire content lifecycle, from development through to global distribution.

At its core, the company believes storytelling can spark movements, shift mindsets, and open markets. In line with this vision, it is launching the world’s first digital entertainment platform where culture becomes a catalyst for capital, connecting investors, innovators, and storytellers to accelerate breakthrough ideas and amplify the stories shaping a better future.

We have taken on various roles in the following projects, serving as Producers, Financiers, Impact Storytellers, or all.

PROJECTS

We have taken on various roles in the following projects, serving as Producers, Impact Storytellers, or both.

"HOWL" - Executive Producer

HOWL

Directed by Academy Award nominated E. Elias Merhige .  HOWL is without exaggeration a once-in-a-lifetime film-event about a dog and wolf's friendship and survival journey, based on a true story. This is a unique and exceptional adventure-film, told from the animal's perspective, who are so to speak the main stars. The film is executive produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and Dr Jane Goodall.
Lear Rex - Co-producer

Lear Rex

Co-producing “Lear Rex”: Starring Al Pacino and Jessica Chastain, this adaptation of King Lear has completed principal photography. You can read more about it here: Deadline
"In The Shadows" - Executive Producer

IN THE SHADOWS

BAFTA award-winning and Oscar nominated team bring this incredible true story of trailblazing Somali-British professional boxer, model, UNICEF Ambassador, and refugee Ramla Ali. BAFTA-winning actor Jasmine Jobson (Netflix’s Top Boy) will portray Ramla and Finn Cole (Last Breath, Peaky Blinders, Fast & Furious 9) will star alongside Jobson as her husband, Richard Moore. For more details read this exclusive story in Variety here.
Modi - Three Days on the Wing of Madness - Executive Producer

Modi – Three Days on the Wing of Madness

Executive Producing the Johnny Depp directorial "Modi - Three Days on the Wing of Madness”, a personal and universal tale of art, love and rejection told during a whirlwind seventy-two hours in the life of bohemian artist Modigliani.
A Series Documenting Ordinary Lives to Extraordinary Impact

SDGs Series

Combining the thrill of Avengers: Endgame with the heartfelt charm of Love Actually and Friends. Set against the backdrop of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, this series follows a diverse group of ordinary heroes with extraordinary dreams. Their personal stories of love, friendship, and sacrifice ignite a global movement to save the planet.
Wildlife Crime Thriller

Poacher on Prime Video

Poacher is an investigative crime series based on true events, which unearthed the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. A first-of-its kind project, Poacher brings the world of environmental conservation and entertainment together with the intent of highlighting a key global concern – illegal poaching. Poacher released on Prime Video and was created, written, and directed by Emmy-award winning filmmaker Richie Mehta. It was produced by Oscar-winning company QC Entertainment and executive produced by global star Alia Bhatt.
#HeroesAmongUs Campaign

Eternals

Marvel Studios Superhero film drawing parallels between key superheroes theme of Eternals, and how heroes actually walk amongst us, making extraordinary sacrifices and efforts to support others. Such selfless, heroic acts are evident in our very own reality as demonstrated by global changemakers.
Credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (UK), Marvel Studios
World’s First Feature Film on Menstruation

Pad Man

The world’s first feature film on menstruation, which led to policy changes in India, removing taxes on menstrual hygiene products.
Feature on a Brave Journey through the Shadows of Trafficking

Love Sonia

Inspired by real life events, Love Sonia is the story of a young girl's journey to rescue her sister from the dangerous world of international sex trafficking.
Speed of a Champion on Celluloid

Usain Bolt

Director Gael Leibland captures a year in the life of Usain Bolt as he breaks records at the 2012 Olympic Games, featuring in-depth interviews that reveal the essence of what it takes to be the fastest man on the planet and a global superstar.
Resilience: The True Story of an Acid-Attack Survivor

Chhapaak

Malti (Deepika Padukone) was attacked with acid in New Delhi in 2005, and the film explores the harrowing medical, legal, and social aftermath of acid attack survival in India.
Docudrama

Wild Salomé

Unravelling Oscar Wilde's once banned and most controversial work, Salomé. A a docudrama written, directed by, and starring Al Pacino
Unifying Power of Food Across Cultural Divides

The Hundred Foot Journey

Produced by Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey “The Hundred-Foot Journey" celebrates multiculturalism and integration
Critically Acclaimed Narrative

Margarita with a Straw

“Margarita With A Straw”, a TIFF and BFI Film festival favourite, intersects themes of disability, sexuality, & personal freedom.

PROJECTS

"HOWL" - Executive Producer

HOWL

Directed by Academy Award nominated E. Elias Merhige .  HOWL is without exaggeration a once-in-a-lifetime film-event about a dog and wolf's friendship and survival journey, based on a true story. This is a unique and exceptional adventure-film, told from the animal's perspective, who are so to speak the main stars. The film is executive produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and Dr Jane Goodall.
Modi - Three Days on the Wing of Madness - Executive Producer

Modi – Three Days on the Wing of Madness

Executive Producing the Johnny Depp directorial "Modi - Three Days on the Wing of Madness”, a personal and universal tale of art, love and rejection told during a whirlwind seventy-two hours in the life of bohemian artist Modigliani.
"In The Shadows" - Executive Producer

IN THE SHADOWS

BAFTA award-winning and Oscar nominated team bring this incredible true story of trailblazing Somali-British professional boxer, model, UNICEF Ambassador, and refugee Ramla Ali. BAFTA-winning actor Jasmine Jobson (Netflix’s Top Boy) will portray Ramla and Finn Cole (Last Breath, Peaky Blinders, Fast & Furious 9) will star alongside Jobson as her husband, Richard Moore. For more details read this exclusive story in Variety here.
A Series Documenting Ordinary Lives to Extraordinary Impact

SDGs Series

Combining the thrill of Avengers: Endgame with the heartfelt charm of Love Actually and Friends. Set against the backdrop of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, this series follows a diverse group of ordinary heroes with extraordinary dreams. Their personal stories of love, friendship, and sacrifice ignite a global movement to save the planet.
Wildlife Crime Thriller

Poacher on Prime Video

Poacher is an investigative crime series based on true events, which unearthed the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. A first-of-its kind project, Poacher brings the world of environmental conservation and entertainment together with the intent of highlighting a key global concern – illegal poaching. Poacher released on Prime Video and was created, written, and directed by Emmy-award winning filmmaker Richie Mehta. It was produced by Oscar-winning company QC Entertainment and executive produced by global star Alia Bhatt.
#HeroesAmongUs Campaign

Eternals

Marvel Studios Superhero film drawing parallels between key superheroes theme of Eternals, and how heroes actually walk amongst us, making extraordinary sacrifices and efforts to support others. Such selfless, heroic acts are evident in our very own reality as demonstrated by global changemakers.
Credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures (UK), Marvel Studios
World’s First Feature Film on Menstruation

Pad Man

The world’s first feature film on menstruation, which led to policy changes in India, removing taxes on menstrual hygiene products.
Feature on a Brave Journey through the Shadows of Trafficking

Love Sonia

Inspired by real life events, Love Sonia is the story of a young girl's journey to rescue her sister from the dangerous world of international sex trafficking.
Speed of a Champion on Celluloid

Usain Bolt

Director Gael Leibland captures a year in the life of Usain Bolt as he breaks records at the 2012 Olympic Games, featuring in-depth interviews that reveal the essence of what it takes to be the fastest man on the planet and a global superstar.
Resilience: The True Story of an Acid-Attack Survivor

Chhapaak

Malti (Deepika Padukone) was attacked with acid in New Delhi in 2005, and the film explores the harrowing medical, legal, and social aftermath of acid attack survival in India.
Docudrama

Wild Salomé

Unravelling Oscar Wilde's once banned and most controversial work, Salomé. A a docudrama written, directed by, and starring Al Pacino
Lear Rex - Co-producer

Lear Rex

Co-producing “Lear Rex”: Starring Al Pacino and Jessica Chastain, this adaptation of King Lear has completed principal photography. You can read more about it here: Deadline

SERVICES

The studio is engaged in all phases of a project’s life cycle including financing, production, distribution and marketing, to ensure each project not only reaches but also deeply engages audiences and catalyses meaningful change. Here’s how we do it.

#1 Development and Incubation Hub

We support and transform pioneering ideas into ready-to-produce scripts, crafting globally relevant stories that not only drive social change but also resonate across cultural boundaries to spark meaningful dialogue. Our approach ensures each story reaches its intended audience, spanning a variety of budgets and genres, and we are committed to collaborating with both emerging and established talent to bring these visions to life.

#2 Production

Our production team brings years of global filmmaking experience, crafting content that engages and inspires audiences around the world. We specialize in a wide range of projects, from exclusive documentaries to major collaborative films. By merging local insights with global narratives, we consistently produce content that stands out for its depth and relevance across various countries and languages.

#3 Financing

We secure comprehensive financing solutions for projects. By accessing film financiers, impact investors, philanthropies, and global film funds, we provide the financial support necessary for transforming powerful stories into commercially viable projects.

#4 Distribution

Our distribution strategy is designed to amplify the impact of each story we tell. We carefully tailor the placement of our content to meet audiences where they are most active—extending from traditional theaters to dynamic film festivals and accessible streaming services. This approach allows us to engage audiences on a global scale, from specialized educational showings to broad mainstream visibility, and from high-profile festival showcases to targeted awards campaigns.

#5 Media Advisory

With three decades of experience in the global media landscape, our advisory services help content creators navigate the complex world of media with ease. From market analysis to content positioning and platform negotiations, our team provides end-to-end consultancy that amplifies the reach and effectiveness of projects.

#6 Marketing

Our marketing campaigns are crafted not just to promote, but to provoke. We integrate traditional marketing with digital innovations and grassroots strategies to engage audiences deeply. Each campaign is designed to support the overarching narrative of the project, supported by cutting-edge analytics and data-driven insights to refine targeting and campaign optimization, encouraging viewer engagement and driving social dialogue. We also prioritize a multi-channel strategy, utilizing everything from digital ads and social media platforms to traditional media outlets and event marketing, ensuring comprehensive coverage and maximum visibility.

#7 BRAND INTEGRATION

We leverage our deep industry connections and expertise in market trends to identify and execute partnerships, facilitating partnerships between content creators and brands that are committed to social impact. These collaborations enhance narrative depth and audience engagement, aligning product placements with storytelling that reflects shared values. Our brand integration process involves meticulous planning and coordination, ensuring that each partnership is seamlessly integrated into the storytelling fabric without compromising the integrity of the narrative or the brand's image.

#8 Collaborations

Our studio thrives as a convergence point for creative talents from various disciplines. We engage with artists, technologists, activists, and thought leaders to craft stories that not only entertain but also inspire and provoke thought. By integrating these creative collaborations with strategic partnerships be it with esteemed nonprofits, community-based initiatives to leading businesses, we drive meaningful on-the-ground discussions about our stories.

#9 Consultancy

Aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, our consultancy services are designed to produce content that catalyzes measurable social change. We collaborate with a diverse array of stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, celebrities, and businesses, to develop strategies that not only effectively communicate their missions but also engage and mobilize public support. Additionally, we initiate and manage impact campaigns that monitor audience reactions and societal trends, enabling us to foster tangible, on-the-ground change.

THE TEAM

At The World We Want Studios, our leadership is not just about guiding our creative endeavours but also embodying the transformative values we uphold. Meet Teji and Natasha, whose exceptional careers and visionary leadership have been pivotal in shaping our mission-driven approach to media and entertainment. Each brings a unique blend of passion, innovation, and commitment to social change, driving our studio’s success on the global stage.

THE TEAM

At The World We Want Studios, our leadership is not just about guiding our creative endeavours but also embodying the transformative values we uphold. Meet Teji and Natasha, whose exceptional careers and visionary leadership have been pivotal in shaping our mission-driven approach to media and entertainment. Each brings a unique blend of passion, innovation, and commitment to social change, driving our studio’s success on the global stage.

TEJI SINGH

FOUNDER

Teji stands as a visionary business entrepreneur, spearheading initiatives at the crossroads of media, entertainment, and global development. With a rich portfolio of directly driving the expansion and success of major companies and social impact campaigns, Teji has been instrumental in launches of major television networks to film companies, and advancing the Millennium and Sustainable Development Goals on a global scale.

As a seminal figure in popularizing Indian cinema worldwide, Teji has not only catalysed the global presence of Indian film and television but has also been part of breakthrough strategies for blockbuster projects such as Slumdog Millionaire to Life of Pi, among others. Her leadership in marketing and distribution has elevated major Indian and crossover productions, representing iconic studios like Warner Bros., Twentieth Century Fox, Disney, and Paramount in their strategic entry into India.

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In the early stages of her career, Teji was a key member of the original team that launched the UK’s first South Asian diaspora TV channel, TV Asia, led by the legendary Amitabh Bachchan. She has strategized the launch of major television networks, including News Corp and Viacom, with a focus on creating inclusive content that resonates with diaspora audiences.

Teji’s pioneering spirit is further evidenced by her founding of Sterling Global, a multi-award-winning global business and communications consultancy in London. Established in the 1990s, Sterling Global broke new ground in cross-market entry strategies, notably launching and scaling major global brands like Western Union in the UK and Aston Martin in India.

Her impact extends deeply into significant development projects, such as the influential Make Poverty History campaign. Teji’s extensive expertise has significantly contributed to initiatives aligned with the Millennium Development Goals and now the Sustainable Development Goals, affirming her role as a strategic leader in blending global media initiatives with development goals.

Overcoming deep-seated systemic biases and double discrimination in male-dominated industries, Teji has steadfastly committed to principles of diversity, equality, and inclusivity, making them the bedrock of her business ethos. Driven by her experiences with systemic barriers, Teji is dedicated to using her platform to challenge the status quo and empower the next generation of leaders.

TEJI SINGH

FOUNDER

Teji stands as a visionary business entrepreneur, spearheading initiatives at the crossroads of media, entertainment, and global development. With a rich portfolio of directly driving the expansion and success of major companies and social impact campaigns, Teji has been instrumental in launches of major television networks to film companies, and advancing the Millennium and Sustainable Development Goals on a global scale.

As a seminal figure in popularizing Indian cinema worldwide, Teji has not only catalysed the global presence of Indian film and television but has also been part of breakthrough strategies for blockbuster projects such as Slumdog Millionaire to Life of Pi, among others. Her leadership in marketing and distribution has elevated major Indian and crossover productions, representing iconic studios like Warner Bros., Twentieth Century Fox, Disney, and Paramount in their strategic entry into India.

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In the early stages of her career, Teji was a key member of the original team that launched the UK’s first South Asian diaspora TV channel, TV Asia, led by the legendary Amitabh Bachchan. She has strategized the launch of major television networks, including News Corp and Viacom, with a focus on creating inclusive content that resonates with diaspora audiences.

Teji’s pioneering spirit is further evidenced by her founding of Sterling Global, a multi-award-winning global business and communications consultancy in London. Established in the 1990s, Sterling Global broke new ground in cross-market entry strategies, notably launching and scaling major global brands like Western Union in the UK and Aston Martin in India.

Her impact extends deeply into significant development projects, such as the influential Make Poverty History campaign. Teji’s extensive expertise has significantly contributed to initiatives aligned with the Millennium Development Goals and now the Sustainable Development Goals, affirming her role as a strategic leader in blending global media initiatives with development goals.

Overcoming deep-seated systemic biases and double discrimination in male-dominated industries, Teji has steadfastly committed to principles of diversity, equality, and inclusivity, making them the bedrock of her business ethos. Driven by her experiences with systemic barriers, Teji is dedicated to using her platform to challenge the status quo and empower the next generation of leaders.

NATASHA MUDHAR

FOUNDER

Natasha Mudhar is an impact investor, strategic advisor, and storytelling visionary working at the nexus of equity, sustainability, and cultural transformation.

At the global impact consultancy, The World We Want, she leads health, gender, and climate equity strategies for governments including the US, UAE, and India, alongside global philanthropies such as the Gates Foundation and UN agencies. As the former India Director for the United Nations Global Goals launch, she spearheaded the national campaign launch and has also led over 90 transformative initiatives across 130+ countries impacting billions.

A trailblazer in mobilizing capital for global good, Natasha has driven over $450 million in impact investments to scale breakthrough founders and bold ideas. This includes over $425 million in funding for climate-smart agriculture and food systems innovations through the US-UAE-led $29.2B Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate).

As the founder of The World We Want Studios, Natasha champions the art of transformative storytelling, producing powerful stories that inspire change, drive cultural impact, and achieve commercial success.

Now, Natasha is building a first-of-its-kind digital entertainment platform unlocking investment for innovators through storytelling, connecting capital with culture to drive impact and financial returns.

NATASHA MUDHAR

FOUNDER

Natasha Mudhar is an impact investor, strategic advisor, and storytelling visionary working at the nexus of equity, sustainability, and cultural transformation.

At the global impact consultancy, The World We Want, she leads health, gender, and climate equity strategies for governments including the US, UAE, and India, alongside global philanthropies such as the Gates Foundation and UN agencies. As the former India Director for the United Nations Global Goals launch, she spearheaded the national campaign launch and has also led over 90 transformative initiatives across 130+ countries impacting billions.

A trailblazer in mobilizing capital for global good, Natasha has driven over $450 million in impact investments to scale breakthrough founders and bold ideas. This includes over $425 million in funding for climate-smart agriculture and food systems innovations through the US-UAE-led $29.2B Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate).

As the founder of The World We Want Studios, Natasha champions the art of transformative storytelling, producing powerful stories that inspire change, drive cultural impact, and achieve commercial success.

Now, Natasha is building a first-of-its-kind digital entertainment platform unlocking investment for innovators through storytelling, connecting capital with culture to drive impact and financial returns.

What Drives Us

We create stories that stand out and stand for something – bold narratives, boundary-pushing formats, and voices that shift the cultural conversation.

That’s the world we want.