Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts releases 3 short films starring Jim Sarbh

New Delhi: Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts has released three short films, including Badminton, Next, Please, and The Promise. Starring Jim Sarbh in a recurring role as a bartender, these films are directed by Dibakar Banerjee, Rishav Kapoor, and Tigmanshu Dhulia.

Directed by Banerjee, Badminton is an 11-minute drama starring Sarbh, Sayani Gupta, and Vijay Maurya. Set in a bar, the film explores human emotions, secrets, and twists.

Kapoor’s Next, Please, written by Chaitanya Tamhane, focuses on modern dating. Starring Sarbh, Shreya Dhanwanthary, and Shardul Bhardwaj, this 12-minute film delves into the nuances of digital-age relationships.

Dhulia’s The Promise is a 10-minute film starring Sarbh and Priyamani. Exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience, this short film will release in early March 2025.

Kartik Mohindra, CMO and Head of Global Business Development, Pernod Ricard India, said, “Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts has become synonymous with select storytelling, redefining how audiences engage with short films. With Badminton, Next, Please, and The Promise, we bring fresh, innovative narratives from visionary filmmakers, reinforcing our commitment to artistic excellence.”

Sarbh commented, “Each of these films offers a unique perspective on human emotions and relationships. It was a privilege to collaborate with such talented directors and I look forward to audiences connecting with these powerful stories.”

Banerjee said, “Badminton is a deeply personal project that captures the raw complexities of human nature. This platform champions artistic integrity and bold storytelling, making it an ideal home for this film.”

Kapoor added, “Exploring digital-age relationships through Next, Please was an exciting challenge. Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts provides a crucial space for filmmakers to experiment and reach engaged audiences.”

Dhulia remarked, “This film captures the intricacies of love and commitment. Thanks to Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts, we could bring this heartfelt story to life, and I believe it will deeply resonate with viewers.”

Badminton and Next Please are available to watch exclusively on Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts YouTube Channel. The premiere of The Promise is on March 18.

Watch the short films:

Badminton:

Next, Please: