The excitement surrounding the numerous intriguing titles unveiled at the recent Next On Netflix event in Mumbai is substantial. A variety of both familiar and new projects have been announced. This year also introduces several noteworthy debuts, including Nadaaniyan, which is set to premiere tomorrow and features Ibrahim Ali Khan's entry into the acting realm. However, it is surprising that rumors have surfaced regarding an even more unexpected name, one that appears poised to make their acting debut on Netflix. Indeed, recent speculation suggests that former cricket star Sourav Ganguly is preparing to enter the acting scene with the streaming platform in Neeraj Pandey’s series Khakee: The Bengal Chapter. Continue reading to discover all the pertinent details regarding this development.

Is Sourav Ganguly in Khakee: The Bengal Chapter?

Produced by Friday Storytellers, the series is under the creative direction of Neeraj Pandey, with Debatma Mandal and Tushar Kanti Ray serving as directors. "Khakee: The Bengal Chapter" has garnered significant attention due to its impressive cast, featuring Prosenjit and Jeet, which has left fans eager for more. Additionally, recent reports indicate that Sourav Ganguly is poised to make his acting debut in the series. During the trailer launch event held yesterday, creator Pandey responded to the circulating rumors.

According to a report from India Today, Sourav Ganguly is expected to portray a police officer in "Khakee: The Bengal Chapter" and has already filmed promotional material at Binodini Studio in Kolkata. While these assertions remain unverified by the production team, Neeraj Pandey addressed the speculation at the trailer launch event, stating, "As far as Sourav is concerned... keep looking."

About Khakee

Set in the early 2000s, within a city rife with power-hungry gangsters and corrupt politicians, the law frequently found it challenging to uphold order. Nevertheless, IPS Arjun Maitra was resolute in his quest to deliver justice to the citizens, even in an environment where allegiances were fickle and any companion could potentially be a hidden adversary. Will IPS Maitra rise to the challenge and demonstrate his capabilities by alleviating the violence and unrest plaguing the city?

Central to this gripping narrative is a remarkable ensemble cast, featuring the iconic figures of Bengali cinema, Jeet and Prosenjit—affectionately referred to by their fans as Boss and Bumba Da—alongside Saswata Chatterjee and Parambrata Chatterjee. Additionally, the cast includes a formidable array of talent such as Ritwik Bhowmik, Aadil Zafar Khan, Chitrangada Singh, Pooja Chopra, Aakanksha Singh, Mimoh Chakraborty, and Shraddha Das.

"The realm of Khakee has consistently revolved around monumental conflicts, high-stakes drama, and complex characters that blur the distinctions between good and evil. With Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, we elevate this intensity to unprecedented heights," stated showrunner Neeraj Pandey in a recent announcement.

He remarked that, "Set against the vibrant setting of Kolkata, this chapter explores intense power dynamics and tracks the unwavering journey of an IPS officer who boldly confronts the system. The entire cast has provided outstanding performances, making Khakee: The Bengal Chapter a significant advancement of the cherished story."

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