Producer's Bio
Asit Vyas is an entrepreneur with a journey that spans acting, restaurant franchises, and the world of cinema. He was a franchisee of Burger King restaurants in San Jose and Pizza Hut in Connecticut and Rhode Island. While building his career as a fast-food franchisee, he pursued his cinematic passion by studying filmmaking at SJSU. This led him to “Zara Si Bhool (A Small Mistake),” a Bollywood feature made in Hollywood, available on Amazon Prime.
As his children headed off to college, he embraced a career shift. He sold his franchise business and completed UCLA’s prestigious Producer’s Program, reigniting his dedication to the entertainment industry. Today, he is actively engaged in the distribution of his second feature, “Paper Flowers.” While living in Los Angeles with his wife, he takes pride in parenting a son and daughter pursuing professional careers with their wonderful spouses. His journey embodies enduring passion, dedication, and a celebration of diversity, whether in restaurants, films, or cherished family moments.
Producer's Note
In 2015, a young man filled with hope and love changed the world with phrases like “Thank you, Cancer” and “Sunset for Shalin.” Shalin Shah, 22, a promising relative of mine, was diagnosed with terminal cancer. He soon not only accepted his diagnosis with grace but also helped his friends and family view life through a lens of positivity.
Living with love, purpose, and gratitude became his personal epiphany. Shalin shared this message with those close to him, and it quickly spread across the internet, becoming a viral sensation.
Shalin’s story, a testament to living each day fully, created a lasting ripple effect. His legacy, touching diverse walks of life, continues to inspire. Shalin’s last wish was to share his story worldwide, hoping to help people appreciate the beautiful gift of life a little more. I decided to do my part by making “Paper Flowers,” an inspiring film based on his true story.
