Margot Robbie's production company, LuckyChap, is taking its creator-driven approach international with the launch of LuckyChap International. This new London-based venture, set to officially launch in January 2026, is a partnership with Mediawan Group, a leading European studio. The joint company will be co-managed by sisters Mona and Tanya Qureshi, bringing their expertise in storytelling and creative leadership to the forefront.
Mona Qureshi, previously a director of scripted series at Netflix U.K., and Tanya Qureshi, with her background at the BBC as a commissioning editor in drama, will oversee creative and day-to-day operations across the U.K. and Europe. Their combined experience in the industry is a testament to their passion for storytelling and their ability to champion distinctive voices and bold ideas.
The Qureshis shared their excitement in a joint statement, emphasizing their shared love for storytelling and their eagerness to build something special together at LuckyChap. They expressed their enthusiasm for combining their individual careers and learning experiences to grow the company's next chapter.
LuckyChap's partners, including Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley, Josey McNamara, and Milan Popelka, are confident in the new venture. They believe that the partnership with Mediawan, known for its passion for nurturing great storytelling and strategic capabilities, will propel LuckyChap's mission of empowering storytellers. The team at LuckyChap is passionate about distinctive voices and bold ideas, and they are thrilled to expand this mission internationally.
Pierre-Antoine Capton, Mediawan's chairman and co-founder, expressed enthusiasm for supporting LuckyChap's talented teams in this new step of their development. He highlighted Mediawan's mission to champion creative excellence and outstanding stories from the best talents worldwide, and how this partnership aligns with their ambitions for global growth.
LuckyChap's expansion into the U.K. and Europe is a strategic move, leveraging the creative and production advantages of the region. This venture further extends LuckyChap's global footprint, building on the success of 'Barbie' and a slate of upcoming projects. The company aims to strengthen its ties with Mediawan, a fast-expanding European studio, and continue its growth in the prestige film and TV space.
