While Madhuri Dixit is all set to hog the limelight in Kalank as Bahaar Begum, the next release of the actress has been locked. Her Marathi production debut film titled 15th August, will be releasing in Netflix on March 29. Set in a Mumbai chawl, the film follows the course of a series of zany mishaps that occur on a single day, as its residents prepare for the Independence Day flag-hoisting ceremony. The film also has a love story going on in the background where situations force the leading man to involve the entire chawl in helping him out if his mess. Madhuri Dixit-Produced Netflix Marathi Film '15th August' Set for March 29 Release

The actress, amidst the promotions of Kalank and the release of her song Ghar More Pardesiya, Madhuri squeezed in time to officially announce the release date and trailer of 15th August.

Read Madhuri’s tweet below:

This is Madhuri’s first film as a producer and her husband Dr Shriram Nene is the co-producer. The film stars Rahul Pethe, Mrunmayee Deshpande, and Adinath Kothare in the lead roles. Kalank Song Ghar More Pardesiya: Alia Bhatt- Madhuri Dixit’s Classical Face-Off and Varun Dhawan’s Kohl-Eyed Intense Gaze Make This Track Magical – Watch Video

"There's always been a part of me that wanted to create and back meaningful films, and there couldn't be a better starting point for me than 15 August. This is an endearing, relatable story..." Madhuri had said in a statement, the actor said in a statement. The film is also the second Marathi project for Netflix after Firebrand.

 

 

 

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