MUMBAI: In a four-film distribution deal with Rising Star Entertainment, Percept Pictures has acquired exclusive worldwide marketing and distribution rights of Allah Ke Banday and three more films across all platforms.

The first film in the deal is Allah Ke Banday that is to release on 22 October. The film is directed by Faruk Kabir and stars Sharman Joshi, Naseeruddin Shah, Faruk Kabir and Atul Kulkarni.

Said Rising Star Entertainment, Managing Director Ravi Walia, "We are excited to partner Percept Pictures on four films. Allah Ke Banday is our first offering scheduled for an October release. We look forward to creating more exciting projects with Percept in the coming months."

Averred Percept Limited, Joint managing director Shailendra Singh, "We strongly believe in growing through partnerships and alliances and we are looking forward to the slate of films with Rising Star Entertainment."