Srijit Mukherji, Dev, Rukmini Maitra collaborating for an upcoming film in 2024

On July 6th, 2023, director Srijit Mukherji and actor Dev took to their social media platforms to announce their collaboration on an upcoming film in 2024. The film will feature Rukmini Maitra as the female lead, marking her first project with Srijit Mukherji. Dev previously worked with Srijit Mukherji in the critically acclaimed film 'Zulfiqar', where his performance received high praise from audiences.

While the title and storyline of their upcoming film have not been revealed yet, it is speculated that Srijit Mukherji has plans for a period drama centered around the Battle of Plassey. In this film, Dev is likely to portray the character of Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah, the last independent Nawab of Bengal. The project will be produced by Dev Entertainment Ventures.

On 4th June 2023, journalist Bhaswati Ghosh shared the news about this collaboration on her Twitter handle (link: https://twitter.com/bhaswati10/status/1665189420952358913).

After the tremendous success of 'Projapoti', Dev's fans have high expectations for his upcoming films, including 'Byomkesh O Durgo Rahasya', 'Pradhan', and 'Bagha Jatin'.

Srijit Mukherji, on the other hand, gained appreciation last year for his diverse range of films, including 'Kakababur Protyaborton', 'X=Prem', 'Sherdil: The Pilibhit Saga', 'Shabaash Mithu', and 'Feludar Goyendagiri Season 1'.

This year, his film 'Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke' starring Regina Cassandra & Barun Sobti received mostly positive feedback from audiences. His upcoming projects include 'Padatik', 'Oti Uttam', 'Dawshom Awbotaar', 'Feluda Pherot Jawto Kando Kathmandute', 'Shekhar Home', 'Durgo Rawhoshyo', and 'Feludar Goyendagiri Season 2'.

Last year, Rukmini Maitra starred alongside Dev in 'Kishmish', and this year she will be seen as Satyabati in 'Byomkesh O Durgo Rahasya'. Additionally, she will portray the character of Binodini Dasi in the film 'Binodini: Ekti Natir Upakhyan' and will appear in the film 'Boomerang' alongside Jeet.