Mrs Deshpande: Madhuri Dixit sheds her star image for a raw, stripped-back role as a serial killer in Nagesh Kukunoor's thriller

The next psychological thriller, Mrs. Deshpande, has been officially announced by JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium). Madhuri Dixit-Nene will be seen in a shockingly realistic and unorthodox role. The announcement and captivating teaser present the series as a turning point in Dixit's acclaimed career, signalling a radical change from her iconic, radiant image.

Teaser analysis

The teaser gives us a sneak peek at this metamorphosis. An iconic image of Bollywood glitz and glamour, the actor is first seen wearing a glittering yellow saree and a plethora of heavy jewellery. Nevertheless, the scene abruptly changes to Dixit painstakingly removing all of her accessories and cosmetics, culminating in a bold last shot of her in a plain white outfit. The actor is transformed into "unsettling quiet" and raw intensity, foreshadowing the complex psychological terrain the series intends to explore

Nagesh Kukunoor, whose credits include the highly lauded features Iqbal, Dor, and The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case as well as the JioHotstar series City of Dreams, is directing the psychological thriller Mrs. Deshpande. According to reports, the show draws inspiration from a popular French series, La Mante, portraying Dixit as a convicted serial killer who the police enlist to assist them in their case. The premise of the show is quite captivating. She is tasked with assisting in the capture of another fugitive serial killer by providing insight into his methods of operation.

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Madhuri Dixit's unconventional role

The actor's lengthy association with romantic comedies, family dramas, and upbeat musical numbers is drastically at odds with his new part as a mysterious serial killer. The choice to cast her in a role that is characterised as "raw, stripped back, and powerfully real" highlights an aspect of her acting chops that had been hidden before. The production's goal is to showcase an avatar that "doesn't shine but stares back", subtly drawing attention to itself rather than through flashy performances.

Following her breakout performance in the mystery series The Fame Game on Netflix, Dixit is now actively pursuing more daring and experimental parts in the digital realm. The crew is excited to bring the actor's "dark role" to life, and the series is currently in post-production.

Anticipated release

Mrs. Deshpande is presented by Applause Entertainment and produced by Kukunoor Movies Production. The series will be streaming soon exclusively on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium).

FAQs:

Q: Who stars in the series Mrs. Deshpande?

A: The series features Madhuri Dixit in the lead role, portraying a complex and dark character that is a stark departure from her usual glamorous on-screen persona.

Q: Is Mrs. Deshpande a remake?

A: Yes, the series is confirmed to be a remake of a popular French psychological thriller series. Unconfirmed industry reports suggest it is an adaptation of the French series La Mante (The Mantis).

Q: Who is the director of Mrs. Deshpande?

A: Mrs. Deshpande is directed by Nagesh Kukunoor, the acclaimed filmmaker known for critically praised works like Iqbal, Dor, and the Hotstar series City of Dreams.