Mouni Roy Begins Shooting for Madhur Bhandarkar’s Thriller ‘The Wives’: “Thrilled for the Journey Ahead”
Mumbai: Actress Mouni Roy has officially kickstarted the shooting for her upcoming film “The Wives”, a mystery thriller helmed by National Award-winning director Madhur Bhandarkar. Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, the Brahmāstra star expressed her excitement as she joined the project on Day 1 of filming.
“Day 1 on this new film I’m truly excited about, grateful to be creating with the maestro himself @imbhandarkar. Thrilled for the journey ahead #TheWives,” Mouni captioned the behind-the-scenes image where she is seen holding the clapboard alongside the director on set.
The post quickly drew attention from fans and industry peers. Mouni’s close friend Disha Patani commented: “Congratulations my mon, kill it.”
Madhur Bhandarkar Reveals Four-Year Journey Behind the Story
On July 8, filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar also took to Instagram to share his sentiments about the film’s mahurat shot. He revealed that The Wives is the culmination of four years of conceptual development, set in the world of glamour—a familiar but evolving landscape in his filmography.
“Today marks the start of my 16th film, #TheWives, an original story set in the captivating world of glamour that I’ve explored over the last four years. Finally bringing this concept-driven project to life is a dream come true,” wrote Bhandarkar.
“Here’s to crafting something truly special. After the success & critical acclaim of India Lockdown, it’s great to collaborate again with @pjmotionpictures and @pranavjain27. #NewBeginnings,” he added.
Star-Studded Cast and Production Details
Alongside Mouni Roy, The Wives features an ensemble cast that includes:
- Sonali Kulkarni
- Regina Cassandra
- Rahul Bhatt
- Saurabh Sachdeva
- Arjan Bajwa
- Freddy Daruwala
This marks Madhur Bhandarkar’s second collaboration with producer Pranav Jain of PJ Motion Pictures, following their earlier critically acclaimed film India Lockdown.
The film is being jointly produced under the banners of Bhandarkar Entertainment and PJ Motion Pictures, signaling yet another content-driven project from the award-winning filmmaker known for Fashion, Page 3, Chandni Bar, and Heroine.
What to Expect from ‘The Wives’
Described as a mystery thriller, The Wives is expected to delve deep into the glamorous yet complex lives of its female protagonists, consistent with Bhandarkar’s signature storytelling style that blends realism with drama.
Though specific plot details are under wraps, industry insiders suggest the film will tackle themes of ambition, betrayal, and inner conflict, offering a gripping narrative backed by strong female performances.