The trailer of 'Sharmaji Namkeen' was released on Thursday. The drama which stars the late Rishi Kapoor in his final role, and Paresh Rawal both playing the same character, tells the story of a 58-year old widower, who rekindles his passion for cooking post his retirement. The trailer shows the protagonist B.G. Sharma, essayed by Rishi Kapoor and Paresh Rawal, as he tries to get a grip of his life post-retirement and eventually discovers his passion for culinary art. Sharmaji Namkeen Trailer: Rishi Kapoor and Paresh Rawal Cook Up a Story That Is Sweet, Emotional and Something That Cannot Be Missed (Watch Video).

Rishi Kapoor had shot major portions of the film before his unfortunate demise in 2020. The makers of the film then tried to work around the story and actor with even Rishi's son Ranbir stepping in to play the part with the help of prosthetics and VFX. But, things didn't materialize until Paresh Rawal stepped in to play the character and helped the film reach completion. Sharmaji Namkeen: Rishi Kapoor’s Last Film Co-Starring Paresh Rawal To Premiere On Amazon Prime Video On March 31.

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The film, directed by Hitesh Bhatia and produced by Excel Entertainment in association with MacGuffin Pictures, also stars Juhi Chawla, Suhail Nayyar, Taaruk Raina, Satish Kaushik, Sheeba Chaddha, and Isha Talwar. 'Sharmaji Namkeen' is set to premiere on Prime Video on March 31.

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