Actor Keki Adhikari, known for her roles in films as diverse as Swar, Mero Best Friend, I Am Sorry and Ghampani, will now cut her tooth in production. Adhikari’s debut production, Kohalpur Express, was announced amid a function in Kathmandu on Monday. The film will also star Adhikari herself in the lead role. Alongside Adhikari, the film will also feature Richa Sharma and Priyanka Karki.

Directed by debutante Bishal Bhandari, Kohalpur Express tells the story of the personal struggles of three women, and how their fates collide.

Speaking at the announcement function, Adhikari said, “I have been longing to produce a film for a long time. I am happy that the dream is now coming true.”

Alongside Adhikari, the production team also includes Bhadra Bahadur Shahi, Devilal Neupane, and Shiva Prasad Chaulagain.

Written by Saan Basnet, Kohalpur Express will be cinematographed by Arjun Tiwari.  The filming, the producers announced, will start October 30 onwards.