Exclusive: Elvis actress Natasha Bassett and Bollywood star Abhay Deol have landed the lead roles in indie romantic comedy Don’t You Be My Neighbor!.

The film will portray the unlikely connection between Jay (Deol) and Emily (Bassett), who have vastly different perspectives on love and life. As they work through their contrasting beliefs and life experiences, they are challenged to confront their preconceptions and open their hearts to unexpected possibilities, per the synopsis.

Harry Grewal is directing from a script by David Lambertson. Grewal produces through his Grewal Films International banner alongside production partner Donna Grewal. Raman Palta and Payal Palta produce through their Palta Film Production label, and Jason Cherubini is the executive producer.

Principal photography is set to begin and around Seattle next month.

“We are excited to bring this lighthearted and thought-provoking story to life,” said Grewal. “Abhay Deol and Natasha Bassett bring their immense talent...