Kaalidhar Laapata: Abhishek Bachchan announces his next, to release on OTT in July

Actor Abhishek Bachchan has officially announced his next film, 'Kaalidhar Laapata'. In a post shared on X on June 19, the actor revealed that the film will premiere on ZEE5 on July 4.Sharing the first glimpse of the film, Abhishek wrote, "Charchayon par ab full stop! Sometimes, getting lost isn't a detour, it's where the real story begins. Full of dreams, twists, and the people who make it worth it. Kaalidhar Laapata premieres 4th July, only on #ZEE5. #KaalidharLaapataOnZEE5"advertisementSee the announcement post here:
Directed by Madhumita and backed by Zee Studios, 'Kaalidhar Laapata' features Abhishek Bachchan in the titular role, alongside Daivik Bhagela and Zeeshan Ayyub in pivotal parts.Monisha Advani, producer at Emmay Entertainment, shared her excitement about the project, saying, "This is an extremely special film—our third collaboration with the kind folks at Zee and our first with the uber-talented Abhishek Bachchan. The story endeared itself to us collectively, and we are delighted to bring this tale from the heart of India, of an unusual friendship and hope, to all."Set against the rustic backdrop of rural India, the film revolves around Kaalidhar, an ageing man who learns that his family is planning to abandon him. In a moment of quiet rebellion, he chooses to elope, leading to an unexpected and life-altering encounter with Ballu, a spirited eight-year-old orphan. What unfolds is a heartwarming tale of resilience, bonding, and self-discovery.Abhishek Bachchan was last seen in 'Housefull 5', which is currently running in theatres.Must Watch

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