Zee Studios, which is producing ‘Manikarnika’ in association with Kamal Jain & Nishant Pitti, confirmed the release date of the film on Twitter. The official spokesperson of the film also released a statement which read, “Zee Studios & producer Kamal Jain proudly announce release date of the most-anticipated magnum opus, #Manikarnika -The Queen of Jhansi. Mark your calendar as this extraordinary tale of strength & valour that inspired Indians across generations comes alive on silver screen on January 25, 2019.”
The Kangana Ranaut starrer was intially slated to hit the silver screens in August, but the film was pushed as some post-production work was left. The makers of the film are expected to release the first teaser of ‘Manikarnika’ on Independence Day.
While Kangana is playing the titular role of Queen Laxmibai, Atul Kulkarni and Sonu Sood are playing the respective characters of Tatya Tope and Sadashiv. The film is being directed by Krish, who previously helmed ‘Gabbar Is Back’.
Kangana clicked on the sets of 'Manikarnika' (Source- Instagram)
‘Super 30’ is based on the life of mathematician Anand Kumar, who runs the educational program Super 30 for under priveleged kids for IIT entrance exam. Hrithik Roshan is playing the role of Kumar in the biopic, which is helmed by Vikas Bahl. TV actress Mrunal Thakur is making her Bollywood debut with the film.
The makers of ‘Super 30’ had announced the film’s release date earlier this year.
(Hrithik Roshan's look from Super 30, Source- Instagram)
Considering both Super 30’ and ‘Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi’ are much-awaited films, it would be interesting to see how the two movies perform at the box office.
Watch this space for more updates!