One of the most anticipated films to release next year is Manikarnika. Bollywood diva Kangana Ranaut will be seen in the titular role of Rani Lakshmibai.

On the eve of the 190th birth anniversary of India’s most celebrated warrior, Rani Lakshmibai, producer of the film Kamal Jain shared an emotional note on Manikarnika.

He said that as a kid, like other kids, he had read about her valour and her story to fight the British army. When he became a producer, he wanted to showcase this courageous warrior on the big screen. He considers himself fortunate that along with Zee studios, he could work with possibly the best team of pioneers like Vijayendra Prasad sir, Prasoon Joshi sir, Nick Powell, the action director, Neeta Lulla, Shankar Ehsaan Loy, and most importantly Kangana Ranaut to make this film.

The film is extensively shot in Jodhpur and also marks the Bollywood debut of popular television actress Ankita Lokhande. The film also stars Atul Kulkarni, Danny Denzongpa, Jishu and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayub in the pivotal roles.

Priyanka Dutta