Prime Video has released an exciting first look at its upcoming romantic comedy, Picture This, starring Simone Ashley (Bridgerton) and Hero Fiennes Tiffin (After). This UK original film, directed by Prarthana Mohan (The Miseducation of Bindu), promises a charming and heartwarming love story set in the bustling streets of London.
A Fresh Take on Five Blind Dates
Picture This is an adaptation of the Australian rom-com Five Blind Dates. The screenplay, developed by Nikita Lalwani, is based on the original work by Shaung Hu and Nathan Ramos-Park.
The film boasts an impressive cast, featuring:
- Phil Dunster (Ted Lasso)
- Kulvinder Ghir (Bend It Like Beckham)
- Nikesh Patel (London Has Fallen)
- Adil Ray (Citizen Khan)
- Anoushka Chadha (You)
- Sindhu Vee (Matilda: The Musical)
- Luke Fetherston (Still Up)
Set against the vibrant backdrop of London, Picture This follows Pia (Ashley), a fiercely independent woman who struggles to manage her photography studio with her best friend Jay.
As her sister Sonal (Chadha) prepares for her wedding, their mother Laxmi (Vee) insists that Pia must also find a life partner. At Sonal’s engagement party, a spiritual guru predicts that Pia will meet her true love within her next five dates. Her family enthusiastically takes charge, leading Pia into a whirlwind of blind, unpredictable, and often chaotic encounters.
Tara Erer, Head of Northern European Originals at Prime Video, shared her enthusiasm about the project, stating:
“We’re really excited to bring this brilliant, new, and original London-set romantic comedy to Prime Video customers.”
She further praised the stellar cast and filmmaking team, adding:
“We know our audience is going to absolutely love this film—and laugh a lot while watching it.”
Release date and streaming details
Picture This, starring Simone Ashley and Hero Fiennes Tiffin, will be available for streaming exclusively on Prime Video.