Madhuri Dixit-produced '15th August' to release on March-29 on Netflix
Madhuri Dixit's production debut, Marathi film 15th August, will release on Netflix on March 29, the streaming service announced today. 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. It is the second Marathi project for Netflix after Firebrand. Here's more.
Story revolves around man's quest to win over his beloved
15th August revolves around how the course of the day unfolds on a not-so-typical Independence Day, when a lover, in his quest to win over his beloved, ends up creating complete mayhem, compelling all the residents to unite and help him out of his mess. Madhuri, who has done films like Pukar and Lajja, said she's looking forward to turning producer with the film.
Couldn't be a better starting point than '15 August': Madhuri
"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..." the actor said in a statement. The film has been directed by Swapnaneel Jayakar and it features Rahul Pethe (Ventilator), Mrunmayee Deshpande (Natasamrat), and Adinath Kothare (Ishq Wala Love).
'15 August' to be released on Netflix across 190 countries
15 August, co-produced by the actor's husband Dr. Shriram Nene, is all set to release on the service across 190 countries. "My congrats to our team at RnM. Amazing to work with Netflix to bring this very charming Marathi film to the world," Nene tweeted.
