Storm Forces Paperstone Productions to Abruptly Cancel Music Video Shoot in Lansdowne
Lansdowne, Uttarakhand – The scenic hill station turned into a battleground with nature after heavy rain and thunderstorms brought a major film shoot to a halt. Paperstone Productions had planned to shoot two music videos, but the sudden weather shift and a government-issued red alert forced the team to cancel and evacuate.
Project Details and Key People
The shoot was a high-profile project led by Vine Arora, a prolific producer and singer. Arora was set to star as the lead actor in one of the tracks. With more than 100 projects to his name—ranging from short films to feature films and web series—he brought vast experience to the venture.
Direction came from Gurdev K Aneja, who also appeared as an actor in one of the songs. The cast included:
Simran Ghadai – best known for her short films and music videos. She is set to star in an upcoming Vine Arora production that may release on Netflix or Amazon Prime.
Naina Soon Singh – popular for her music videos, short films, and large social media following built through her energetic dance performances.
With a mix of seasoned professionals and rising stars, expectations for the shoot were high.
Storms Derail the Shoot
The issue began when Lansdowne saw severe rain and thunderstorms overnight. The storm matched the IMD’s predictions, causing a red alert in Uttarakhand. The advisory called for severe to extremely heavy rainfall, landslides, and flash floods.
A red alert advises residents and visitors to “take action” by avoiding travel and outdoor activities. The risks were too great for a film crew that relied on outside shoots, lighting, and electrical equipment. Safety rapidly became a top consideration.
Decision to Evacuate
With the storm showed no signs of decreasing, the team was forced to make a difficult decision. Once the situation improved slightly, the entire crew decided to leave. They left Lansdowne without shooting any scenes.
The unexpected cancelation caused both logistical and financial problems. Investments in travel, lodging, and pre-production are all on hold. However, the decision secured the safety of all parties concerned.
Future Plans
Paperstone Productions said that the project has not been canceled, but rather postponed. The crew plans to return to Lansdowne after the monsoon ends and weather stabilizes. The amazing locations remain important to their goal, and the production studio is determined to complete the shoot.
A Reminder of Nature’s Power
The situation displays unexpected problems that filmmakers face while shooting outdoors. no matter how much planning and preparation, nature’s might can halt even the most well-organized projects. Paperstone Productions’ attention has shifted to regrouping, rescheduling, and guaranteeing safety while maintaining the creative idea alive.
