Madhuri Dixit has set social media buzzing with the mysterious first look of her upcoming JioHotstar series, Mrs Deshpande. The actor, known for her grace and charm, has taken an unexpected turn with a teaser that hints at one of the most intense and dark characters of her career.
On Wednesday, Madhuri shared a 20 second clip on Instagram that begins with her calmly removing her jewellery and wiping off her makeup, almost as if shedding an old identity. The quiet moment suddenly shifts to a chilling reveal, Madhuri standing inside a prison cell, dressed in a uniform, wearing a sharp smirk that instantly changes the tone. The teaser, without giving away much, hints at her role as a dangerous serial killer and promises a twist “no one saw coming.”
Before dropping the teaser, she had already stirred curiosity through a clever Instagram post. She shared reimagined lines from her famous songs, including “Ek Do Teen Chaar Paanch Cheh Saath Aath” and “Bholi si surat, ankhon mein masti,” paired with the caption “Coming soon.” The hints sparked widespread speculation, with fans guessing everything from a music video to a nostalgia project, only to be surprised by the thriller reveal.
Earlier this year at the IIFA Awards, Madhuri said that Mrs Deshpande offered her a chance to explore a new emotional space as an actor. Directed by Nagesh Kukunoor, the series is an official remake of the French thriller La Mante, which follows a serial killer who agrees to help catch a copycat on the condition of working with her estranged son. The makers are yet to announce the release date.