Director Sanjay Jha was supposed to debut with Manjrekar's Marathi film, Aai, starring Rekha. Unfortunately, the project was delayed. Rekha backed out and Manisha Koirala stepped in.

Jha has assisted directors like Sanjay Leela Bhansali (Khamoshi), Milan Luthria (Kachche Dhaage) and Vidhu Vinod Chopra (Mission Kashmir).

Praan Jaye… is slated for an April 25 release.