We have been eagerly waiting to watch Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi since almost a year now. The Kangana Ranaut starrer finally opens in theatres on January 25 and the final few days of wait are killing us. But there is one citizen in the country who will not have to wait like us peasants. We are talking about the first citizen of India, President Ram Nath Kovind. ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. has organized a special screening of Manikarnika—The Queen of Jhansi, for the Hon’ble President of India, and members of the cast and crew of the film, among others. The screening will be held at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre tomorrow, January 18. Manikarnika Song Vijayi Bhava: Kangana Ranaut is Fiercely Determined and Ready For a War Against her Mighty Enemy.

Speaking on this occasion, Punit Goenka, MD & CEO, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd, said, “Right since its inception, ZEE has always been at the forefront of showcasing our rich legacy, culture, traditions and most above, our nation’s history. It has been our earnest endeavour to present our glorious history to the nation and the world at large. Manikarnika – The Queen of Jhansi is our yet another strong step in this direction. We are extremely honoured, glad & proud, that the Hon’ble President of India will be watching this film before its theatrical release. I congratulate team ZEE Studios for getting this opportunity and I wish them all the success.”

Shariq Patel, CEO, Zee Studios added, “It is an honour and a matter of pride for us that the First Citizen of India will be watching our work, before its theatrical release. We are extremely excited to present this labour of love to the Hon’ble President of India.” Kangana Ranaut's Recent Appearance at Manikarnika Music Launch Proves No One Can Nail a Saree As Well as Her - View Pics.

It sure is an honour to have your movie be first watched by the President of the country. While President of India has no qualms watching Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, there are certain political sects, especially Karni Sena in  Maharashtra, who are threatening the makers. We will see about that on January 25. Apart from Kangana Ranaut and Ankita Lokhande, the film also stars Atul Kulkarni, Suresh Oberoi, Danny Demzongpa and Jisshu Sengupta in pivotal roles.

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