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| title=Pawan Kumar Chouhan – Indian Filmmaker, Writer, and Director | Founder & CEO of PRC Production Inc | | title=Pawan Kumar Chouhan – Indian American Filmmaker, Writer, and Director | Founder & CEO of PRC Production Inc | ||
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| keywords=Pawan Kumar Chouhan, Pawan Kumar Chouhan Filmmaker, Highway905, PRC Production Inc, Indian Film Director, Punjabi Filmmaker, UK to UK Movie, 5 Din Pyar De, Tu Rab Ta Nai, Amazon Prime Movies India | | keywords=Pawan Kumar Chouhan, Pawan Kumar Chouhan Filmmaker, Highway905, PRC Production Inc, Indian Film Director, Punjabi Filmmaker, UK to UK Movie, 5 Din Pyar De, I Have a Gun, Tu Rab Ta Nai, Amazon Prime Movies India | ||
| description=Pawan Kumar Chouhan (born December 16, 1976, Jalandhar, Punjab, India) is an Indian filmmaker, writer, and director. He is the Founder and CEO of PRC Production Inc and is best known for directing the feature film Highway905, now streaming on Amazon Prime. | | description=Pawan Kumar Chouhan (born December 16, 1976, Jalandhar, Punjab, India) is an Indian filmmaker, writer, and director. He is the Founder and CEO of PRC Production Inc and is best known for directing the feature film Highway905, now streaming on Amazon Prime. His upcoming projects include “UK to UK,” “5 Din Pyar De,” and “I Have a Gun.” | ||
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| occupation = Filmmaker, Writer, Director, Producer, CEO of PRC Production Inc | | occupation = Filmmaker, Writer, Director, Producer, CEO of PRC Production Inc | ||
| yearsactive = | | yearsactive = 2016–present | ||
| knownfor = Founder of PRC Production Inc; Director of Highway905; Independent Filmmaking | | knownfor = Founder of PRC Production Inc; Director of Highway905; Independent Filmmaking | ||
| education = Bachelor of Arts – DAV College, Jalandhar | | education = Bachelor of Arts – DAV College, Jalandhar | ||
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Pawan Kumar Chouhan (born December 16, 1976) is an Indian American Filmmaker, writer, and director, best known as the Founder and CEO of PRC Production Inc. He is recognized for his independent filmmaking style, creative storytelling, and passion for bringing authentic human experiences to the screen. His debut feature film, Highway905, released in 2024, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. | |||
Chouhan’s journey is historic—he is among the first Indian Punjabi filmmakers in Hollywood to simultaneously wear all four creative hats, as actor, writer, director, and producer, in his projects. | |||
== Early Life and Education == | == Early Life and Education == | ||
Pawan Kumar Chouhan was born in Jalandhar, Punjab, India. He | Pawan Kumar Chouhan was born in Jalandhar, Punjab, India. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from DAV College, Jalandhar, where he developed an early interest in cinema, storytelling, and creative expression. His early exposure to Punjabi culture and grassroots realities shaped his approach to filmmaking, focusing on realism and emotional depth. | ||
== Career == | == Career == | ||
Pawan began his | Pawan began his film journey in 2016 by producing and directing a series of short films depicting real-life struggles and human emotions. | ||
Through consistent self-funding and independent execution, he built PRC Production Inc, a creative production house dedicated to authentic and socially relevant storytelling. | |||
In 2024, | In 2024, he directed and produced his first feature film, “Highway905,” a suspense thriller that explores human psychology and moral dilemmas. The film was released in theatres and later made available on Amazon Prime Video, marking a major milestone in his career. | ||
Following the success of Highway905, Pawan expanded his creative work into music and short films, releasing the Punjabi music video “Tu Rab Ta Nai” as part of the promotional campaign for his short film “5 Din Pyar De.” | |||
He is currently developing | He is currently developing multiple upcoming projects, including: | ||
* | * '''UK to UK''' – An international feature exploring cross-cultural relationships and suspense drama. | ||
* | * '''5 Din Pyar De''' – A short romantic drama film under PRC Production Inc. | ||
* '''I Have a Gun''' – A powerful upcoming short film exploring psychological and moral themes. | |||
== Career Highlights == | == Career Highlights == | ||
* Founder & CEO – PRC Production Inc | * Founder & CEO – PRC Production Inc | ||
* Director & Producer – Highway905 (2024), now streaming on Amazon Prime | * Director & Producer – Highway905 (2024), now streaming on Amazon Prime | ||
* Creator of multiple short films since | * Creator of multiple independent short films since 2016 | ||
* Released Punjabi music video “Tu Rab Ta Nai” | * Released Punjabi music video “Tu Rab Ta Nai” | ||
* Currently developing | * Currently developing three major projects – “UK to UK,” “5 Din Pyar De,” and “I Have a Gun” | ||
== Filmmaking Style == | == Filmmaking Style == | ||
Pawan Kumar Chouhan is known for his realistic storytelling, | Pawan Kumar Chouhan is known for his realistic storytelling, human-centered narratives, and hands-on approach to production. His films often reflect emotional truth, social consciousness, and intense character journeys. He combines cinematic simplicity with raw authenticity, making his work relatable and visually powerful. | ||
== PRC Production Inc == | == PRC Production Inc == | ||
Founded | Founded in 2016, PRC Production Inc is an independent media and entertainment company led by Pawan Kumar Chouhan. The company produces feature films, short films, music videos, and promotional media, with a focus on creative freedom and quality storytelling. | ||
Its mission is to provide a platform for aspiring filmmakers and to produce content that resonates with both Indian and international audiences. | |||
== Media Coverage == | == Media Coverage == | ||
Pawan’s work | Pawan’s work and creative leadership have been featured in major online publications: | ||
* [https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/pawan-kumar-s-leadership-sparks-a-creative-revolutionat-prc-production-inc-1033429947 Business Insider – | * [https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/pawan-kumar-s-leadership-sparks-a-creative-revolutionat-prc-production-inc-1033429947 Business Insider – “Pawan Kumar’s Leadership Sparks a Creative Revolution at PRC Production Inc”] | ||
* [https://theindianeye.com/2024/01/26/highway905-a-suspense-thriller-trailer-of-the-film-launched/ The Indian Eye – | * [https://theindianeye.com/2024/01/26/highway905-a-suspense-thriller-trailer-of-the-film-launched/ The Indian Eye – “Highway905: A Suspense Thriller Trailer Launched”] | ||
* [https://filmdaily.co/news/pawan-kumars-success-story-begins-with-feature-film-highway905/ Film Daily – | * [https://filmdaily.co/news/pawan-kumars-success-story-begins-with-feature-film-highway905/ Film Daily – “Pawan Kumar’s Success Story Begins with Feature Film Highway905”] | ||
== Filmography == | == Filmography == | ||
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! Year !! Title !! Role !! Notes | ! Year !! Title !! Role !! Notes | ||
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| | | 2016–2023 || Various Short Films || Writer / Director / Producer || Independent releases under PRC Production Inc | ||
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| 2024 || Highway905 || Writer / Director / Producer || Feature film, available on Amazon Prime Video | |||
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| | | Upcoming || UK to UK || Writer / Director || International feature film in development | ||
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| Upcoming || | | Upcoming || 5 Din Pyar De || Writer / Director / Producer || Romantic short film under production | ||
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| Upcoming || | | Upcoming || I Have a Gun || Writer / Director / Producer || Psychological short film under PRC Production | ||
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== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
* [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12377737/ IMDb – Pawan Kumar Chouhan] | * [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12377737/ IMDb – Pawan Kumar Chouhan] | ||
* [https://prcproduction.com/ Official Website | * [https://prcproduction.com/ PRC Production – Official Website] | ||
* [https://www.instagram.com/pkraja/?hl=en Instagram – @pkraja] | * [https://www.instagram.com/pkraja/?hl=en Instagram – @pkraja] | ||
* [https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/pawan-kumar-s-leadership-sparks-a-creative-revolutionat-prc-production-inc-1033429947 Business Insider Article] | * [https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/pawan-kumar-s-leadership-sparks-a-creative-revolutionat-prc-production-inc-1033429947 Business Insider Article] | ||
* [https://theindianeye.com/2024/01/26/highway905-a-suspense-thriller-trailer-of-the-film-launched/ The Indian Eye Article] | * [https://theindianeye.com/2024/01/26/highway905-a-suspense-thriller-trailer-of-the-film-launched/ The Indian Eye Article] | ||
* [https://filmdaily.co/news/pawan-kumars-success-story-begins-with-feature-film-highway905/ Film Daily Feature] | * [https://filmdaily.co/news/pawan-kumars-success-story-begins-with-feature-film-highway905/ Film Daily Feature] | ||