Kunal Khemu to make a Directorial Debut
Mumbai: Bollywood actor Kunal Khemu will make his directorial debut. The actor took to social media on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, and announced the news. He will don the director’s hat for an upcoming project titled Madgaon Express, in association with Excel Entertainment.
Taking to social media on the auspicious festival of Ganesh Chaturthi, Khemu said, “Ganpati Bappa Moriya. As all good things begin with his name I can’t think of a better day to share this with all of you. It started with a thought in my head which grew into a dream which flowed out through my fingers into words on my laptop and now it is becoming a reality on its way to the silver screen.”
“A big thank you to Ritesh, Farhan and Rucha at excel entertainment for believing in my script and my vision and partnering with me on this exciting journey in the world of cinema. With joined hands and a bowed head I seek all of your blessings and the blessings of Ganpati Bappa. Introducing Madgaon Express,” he added.
Co-founded by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, Excel Entertainment has provided audiences with blockbusters like Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Dil Chahta Hai, Don, Don 22, and many more.
Farhan Akhtar made his directorial debut with Dil Chahta Hai in 2001 whereas Zoya Akhtar made her directorial debut with Luck by Chance in 2009. Khemu is the latest to join the league and will also mark his directorial journey with Excel Entertainment.
Currently, the production house is gearing for the release of an upcoming Bollywood film titled Jee Le Zara.
(Avya Mathur)
