March 17, 2025: Actress Taapsee Pannu and producer Kanika Dhillon recently announced the wrap-up of the shooting of their much-anticipated revenge drama, Gandhari. The film, written by Kanika Dhillon and produced under her banner Kathha Pictures, is directed by the critically acclaimed Devashish Makhija, known for his films like Bhonsle, Joram, and Ajji. The release date for the film is yet to be revealed.
Kanika shared the exciting news on social media by posting a series of behind-the-scenes photos from the film’s sets. In one of the photos, the lead cast, Ishwak Singh and Taapsee Pannu, were seen posing with the crew and Kanika herself. She also shared moments with the director, Devashish, and lead actor Ishwak Singh. In her post, Kanika wrote, “It’s a wrap! The final take may be done, but the story is just beginning. Gandhari, coming soon!! See you at the movies.”
Gandhari marks yet another collaboration between Taapsee and Kanika, following their successful projects like Manmarziyaan, Haseen Dillruba, and Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba. The film also features Ishwak Singh, who rose to fame with Paatal Lok, in a pivotal role.
Filmed over 50 days in and around Mumbai and Maharashtra, Gandhari is an intense revenge drama. Taapsee, known for her versatile performances, will be seen in an action-packed avatar, playing a mother on a mission to seek justice. The film explores themes of resilience and power, with a gritty storyline.
Kanika expressed her pride in the film and her excitement for its release in a press statement. She mentioned, “Gandhari has been both an enriching and challenging experience for us. It’s a heroic story that I am extremely proud of. Taapsee has put her heart and soul into the film, as has the entire team. We can’t wait to bring it to audiences.”
Taapsee, reflecting on the shooting experience, mentioned how physically and mentally demanding the film was. “We tried to achieve so much against all odds, which wouldn’t have been possible if the entire team was not aligned together and driven enough to complete this film at breakneck speed. We have pushed the envelope a bit with this film,” she said. Taapsee also mentioned that she felt like a newcomer in terms of her dedication to every shot and is eagerly waiting for the audience’s response to the hard work put in by the entire team.
Taapsee was last seen in Khel Khel Mein, alongside Akshay Kumar. The film, directed by Mudassar Aziz, also featured a huge ensemble cast, including Ammy Virk, Vaani Kapoor, Aditya Seal, Pragya Jaiswal, and Fardeen Khan. Now, with Gandhari, Taapsee is all set to showcase her action chops in a role that promises to be both intense and inspiring.