IIFA 2025: Madhuri Dixit Discusses Her OTT Series ‘Mrs. Deshpande’
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Synopsis
At the IIFA 2025 event in Jaipur, Bollywood star Madhuri Dixit Nene discusses her role in the upcoming OTT series 'Mrs. Deshpande', a psychological thriller where she plays a serial killer, directed by Nagesh Kukunoor. She praises the impact of OTT platforms on storytelling and talent exposure.
Key Takeaways
- Madhuri Dixit reveals insights into her role in ‘Mrs. Deshpande’.
- The series is a psychological thriller directed by Nagesh Kukunoor.
- She highlights the creative freedom that OTT platforms provide.
- Madhuri expresses excitement about exploring a new character.
- Kriti Sanon wins an IIFA award for her performance in ‘Do Patti’.
Mumbai, March 9 (NationPress) Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit Nene, known for her recent appearance in ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, has shared insights about her forthcoming project ‘Mrs. Deshpande’ during the current edition of the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) held in Jaipur.
The actress graced the Green carpet alongside her husband Shriram Madhav Nene, engaging briefly with the press. Madhuri dazzled in a stunning floor-length black gown with puffed sleeves, while her husband complemented her in a classic black suit.
During her media interaction at the event, she discussed her anticipated streaming series ‘Mrs. Deshpande’. She remarked, “There’s no conscious effort as such but the role came my way, and I thought it’s something that I would love to do because it explores a different part of me, and I’m looking forward to it.”
‘Mrs. Deshpande’ is a psychological thriller that features Madhuri as a serial killer. This series is a remake of a French show and is directed by Nagesh Kukunoor. In this role, Madhuri will portray a complex character that diverges from her previous roles.
She also expressed her thoughts on the IIFA Digital Awards, which honor content creators and the richness of OTT content.
Madhuri stated, “It’s wonderful to be here at the IIFA. The medium of OTT has granted creators the freedom to create what they wish and narrate their stories in their unique style. This has led to a surge of talent. We have been exposed to diverse narratives from all around the globe, allowing international audiences to enjoy our films and series due to OTT.”
In related news, Kriti Sanon earned the IIFA digital Award for Performance in a Leading Role, Female (Film) for her dual roles in the Netflix film ‘Do Patti’.
