The C.E.O
Karan Grover, a determined and ambitious 25-year-old CEO, is struggling to keep his financial firm, Elite Taxes, from collapsing. With mounting debts and waning investor confidence, his last hope lies in securing a critical deal with Echo Corp. However, his longtime friend and co-founder, Jake Nolan, proves to be an unpredictable obstacle. As tensions rise, Jake begins to doubt Karan’s leadership, and their friendship fractures under the weight of financial turmoil and hidden motives.
One evening at the gym, Karan suffers a severe asthma attack. Gasping for air, he watches as Jake rummages through his bag but fails to find his inhaler. Jake rushes out to get help, leaving Karan struggling on the floor. In a desperate attempt to survive, Karan reaches into a hidden compartment in his bag and retrieves a spare inhaler, managing to save himself. When Jake returns, he is shocked to see Karan alive—his expression a mix of confusion and something more sinister. Was his failure to find the inhaler truly an accident?
The following morning, Karan is blindsided when Echo Corp abruptly withdraws from their deal, citing financial penalties caused by the company’s mismanagement. Consumed by rage and betrayal, he storms into Jake’s office, only to overhear a phone call that confirms his worst suspicions—Jake has been secretly orchestrating the firm’s downfall for his own benefit.
With the truth exposed, Karan is forced to make a decision: accept his fate or eliminate the one person standing in his way. When the police later contact him about an incident involving Jake, he rushes to the hospital, his mind racing. What really happened to Jake? And more importantly, is Karan the victim… or the mastermind behind it all?
In a gripping tale of ambition, betrayal, and survival, The C.E.O. blurs the lines between hero and villain, leaving one haunting question—how far would you go to protect what’s yours?
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Abhirajsinh S MangrolaDirector
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Abhirajsinh S MangrolaWriter
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Abhirajsinh S MangrolaProducer
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Full Sail UniversityProducer
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Curtis BrandKey Cast"Karan Grover"
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Brandon CristKey Cast"Jake Nolan"
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Larry CabrettaKey Cast"Officer Weston"
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Suzzane O'DonnellKey Cast"Police Officer 2"
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Catherine CavanaughKey Cast"Doctor"
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Project Type:Short, Student
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Genres:Thriller, Suspense, Drama
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Runtime:7 minutes
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Completion Date:March 25, 2025
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Production Budget:300 USD
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Country of Origin:United States, United States
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Country of Filming:United States, United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:Digital
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:Yes - Full Sail University
Abhirajsinh Mangrola is a passionate filmmaker and director, recently graduated from Full Sail University with a degree in Film. Specializing in action and thriller films, he draws inspiration from Atlee, Raj & DK, and Prashanth Neel, blending cinematic visuals with intense storytelling.
He wrote, directed, and edited "The C.E.O.", showcasing his skills in crafting compelling narratives and dynamic action sequences. With experience in directing, cinematography, and editing, Abhi aims to make his mark in Hollywood, bringing his unique vision to the big screen.