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| '''Avani Bipinbhai Soni''' (born December 18, 1988) is an Indian casting director and talent manager known for her work in the ] industry. She is the founder of FATC Entertainment, an Ahmedabad-based entertainment company specializing in casting and celebrity management. Soni has contributed to the casting of several Gujarati films and has appeared in a cameo role in ].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2020-07-13 |title=Exclusive! Avani Soni: Mental health, racism, animal cruelty, molestation, all need equal attention |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/exclusive-avani-soni-mental-health-racism-animal-cruelty-molestation-all-need-equal-attention/articleshow/76940773.cms |access-date=2025-01-05 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2020-02-11 |title=Exclusive! Avani Soni: I want to cast Ranveer Singh in a Gujarati film some day |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/exclusive-avani-soni-i-want-to-cast-ranveer-singh-in-a-gujarati-film-some-day/articleshow/74081001.cms |access-date=2025-01-05 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> | '''Avani Bipinbhai Soni''' (born December 18, 1988) is an Indian casting director and talent manager known for her work in the ] industry. She is the founder of FATC Entertainment, an Ahmedabad-based entertainment company specializing in casting and celebrity management. Soni has contributed to the casting of several Gujarati films and has appeared in a cameo role in ].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2020-07-13 |title=Exclusive! Avani Soni: Mental health, racism, animal cruelty, molestation, all need equal attention |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/exclusive-avani-soni-mental-health-racism-animal-cruelty-molestation-all-need-equal-attention/articleshow/76940773.cms |access-date=2025-01-05 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2020-02-11 |title=Exclusive! Avani Soni: I want to cast Ranveer Singh in a Gujarati film some day |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/news/exclusive-avani-soni-i-want-to-cast-ranveer-singh-in-a-gujarati-film-some-day/articleshow/74081001.cms |access-date=2025-01-05 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> | ||
| == Early |
== Early life and education == | ||
| Avani Soni was born in ], Gujarat, to Bipin Soni and Kailash Soni. She completed her schooling in her hometown before moving to ] for higher education. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-12-21 |title=Avani Soni talks about talent in the Gujarati entertainment industry |url=https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/Casting-director-Avani-Soni-talks-about-discovering-the-best-talents-from-the-Gujarati-entertainment-industry-22304181 |access-date=2025-01-05 |website=Mid-day |language=en}}</ref> | Avani Soni was born in ], Gujarat, to Bipin Soni and Kailash Soni. She completed her schooling in her hometown before moving to ] for higher education. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-12-21 |title=Avani Soni talks about talent in the Gujarati entertainment industry |url=https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/Casting-director-Avani-Soni-talks-about-discovering-the-best-talents-from-the-Gujarati-entertainment-industry-22304181 |access-date=2025-01-05 |website=Mid-day |language=en}}</ref> | ||
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| == Filmography == | == Filmography == | ||
| === As a |
=== As a casting director === | ||
| * Tamburo (2017) | * Tamburo (2017) | ||
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| * Kaashi Raaghav (2025) | * Kaashi Raaghav (2025) | ||
| === Special |
=== Special thanks credits === | ||
| * Passport | * Passport | ||
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| * O Taari | * O Taari | ||
| === Special |
=== Special appearance === | ||
| * Luv Ni Love Storys (2020) | * Luv Ni Love Storys (2020) | ||
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| == References == | == References == | ||
| {{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
| ==External links== | ==External links== | ||
| *{{IMDb name|nm11279951}} | *{{IMDb name|nm11279951}} | ||
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Avani Bipinbhai Soni (born December 18, 1988) is an Indian casting director and talent manager known for her work in the Gujarati film industry. She is the founder of FATC Entertainment, an Ahmedabad-based entertainment company specializing in casting and celebrity management. Soni has contributed to the casting of several Gujarati films and has appeared in a cameo role in Luv Ni Love Storys.
Early life and education
Avani Soni was born in Surendranagar, Gujarat, to Bipin Soni and Kailash Soni. She completed her schooling in her hometown before moving to Ahmedabad for higher education. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.
Career
Avani Soni began her career in the Gujarati entertainment industry in 2011 with the launch of FATC Entertainment. Her work as a casting director started with the 2017 film Tamburo. She later worked on films such as Chhutti Jashe Chhakka (2018) and Luv Ni Love Storys (2020).
In 2025, Soni was the casting director for Kaashi Raaghav, a Gujarati-language drama film released on January 3, directed by Dhruv Goswami.
Soni’s earlier contributions included Bachubhai and Bhalle Padharya, and she received 'Special Thanks' credits for Passport, Mijaaj, and O Taareee for her involvement beyond casting. In addition, she made a cameo appearance in Luv Ni Love Storys.
Filmography
As a casting director
- Tamburo (2017)
- Chhutti Jashe Chhakka (2018)
- Luv Ni Love Storys (2020)
- Bachubhai
- Bhalle Padharya
- Kaashi Raaghav (2025)
Special thanks credits
- Passport
- Mijaaj
- O Taari
Special appearance
- Luv Ni Love Storys (2020)
References
- "Exclusive! Avani Soni: Mental health, racism, animal cruelty, molestation, all need equal attention". The Times of India. 2020-07-13. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
- "Exclusive! Avani Soni: I want to cast Ranveer Singh in a Gujarati film some day". The Times of India. 2020-02-11. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
- "Avani Soni talks about talent in the Gujarati entertainment industry". Mid-day. 2019-12-21. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
- "Avani Soni - The Woman Behind the Talent in Gujarati Cinema". Gujcinema.com. 2024-11-02. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
- "Exclusive! Avani Soni: 'Luv Ni Love Storys': I love to see the process of filmmaking". The Times of India. 2020-01-08. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
- "Casting Director Avani Soni speaks about her journey and upcoming Gujarati film `Kaashi Raaghav` |". www.gujaratimidday.com (in Gujarati). 2024-12-28. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
- Team, V. T. V. "Kaashi Raaghav Review: ફિલ્મ જોવા જતા પહેલા આ જરૂર વાંચી લેજો". VTV Gujarati. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
- "Avani Soni | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
- Times, Rashtra (2024-12-11). "Avani Soni: Shaping Gujarati Cinema Through Thoughtful Casting". Rashtra Times. Retrieved 2025-01-05.
External links
- Avani Soni at IMDb