After the success of Vaat Vaat Ma, first Gujarati digital film Swagatam, Jok Samrat, Unknown to Known and more, ShemarooMe is set to launch its next Gujarati political thriller web series. Titled Kshadyantra, the show has a strong star cast, including Rohini Hattangadi, Vandana Pathak, Apara Mehta, Vishal Gandhi, Shrenu Parikh, Deepak Gheewala, Parikshitt Tamalia, Anuraag Prapanna and Feroz Bhagat.
The store and dialogues have been written by Babul Bhavsar. Apara Mehta plays the character of Pannaben, who has been a successful CM for the past 15 years and is on the road to becoming the new PM of the country. The path to victory is not always easy and the plot showcases many twists and turns.
Commenting on the launch announcement of the show, Urvish Parikh, Director of Kshayantra said, “Kshadyantra was the first Gujarati web series ever to have such an impactful and experienced star cast. It was an enriching experience to shoot the entire web series with such multi starrer cast. I am glad that we could manage the complete shoot during the difficult time of COVID 19.”
Commenting on her role, Rohini Hattangadi said, “I am excited to be a part of Kshadyantra and also super happy that ShemarooMe decided to give this gem to the Gujarati film industry. I have played various roles in my career, but Vasantiben will be very close to my heart. Though we were working on a web series, the scale was so big it felt like working in a movie. I am sure my viewers will enjoy the show and live the moments with us.”
Adding to the same, Apara Mehta said, “I am glad to be a part of a Kshyantra, the twisted tale of this political thriller is as good as watching a movie and I am excited to finally be a part of a web series. Pannaben’s character will surely get every viewer enticed and get hooked onto the plot.”
Vandana Pathak who also plays a crucial role in the series added, ”This is my second project with ShemarooMe and I couldn’t have asked for a better one, Kshayantra has a very intriguing concept and deals in big issues, the way the plot and characters have been handled is beautiful to see. The audiences will enjoy this marathon run and will love every character.”
Deepak Gheewala added, “Kshayantra has been a very ambitious project and I couldn’t have been happier to be a part of this family. I have had the privilege to share the screen space with some of the most talented actors and I am glad Shemaroo choose me for the role.”
Shrenu Parikh added, “This is my first Gujarati web series and I couldn’t be more excited to work with Shemaroo Entertainment. Kshadyantra has been a very ambitious project and I have had the privilege to share my screen space with legends. Have learnt a lot from all of them. I am sure the audiences will enjoy the show and have a very interesting time binging the same. Don’t forget to catch the Kshadyantra team on ShemarooMe from 24th June.”
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Ms. Soumya Vajpayee, Senior Entertainment & Lifestyle Journalist |
