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<\/picture><\/div>\nStreaming service JioCinema on Thursday announced that its upcoming series \u201cShekhar Home\u201d, fronted by Kay Kay Menon, will release on August 14.<\/p>\n
The detective drama series, also starring Ranvir Shorey, Rasika Dugal and Kirti Kulhari, is directed by Rohan Sippy and Srijit Mukherjee.<\/p>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\u201cShekhar Home\u201d is an original work of fiction, inspired by literary works of the noted British writer Arthur Conan Doyle, which are in the public domain, the makers said in a press note.<\/p>\n
Menon essays the titular role of Shekhar Home, who is both eccentric and brilliant. Fate makes him cross paths with Jayvrat Sahni, a middle-aged bachelor, played by Ranvir Shorey, who goes on to become an unexpected ally, and together, they embark on a journey of solving mysteries, the official synopsis read.<\/p>\n
Menon, known for his stellar performances in \u201cBlack Friday\u201d, \u201cSarkar\u201d, \u201cHaider\u201d, and \u201cSpecial OPS\u201d, said he instantly fell in love with the complex world of the show and his character.<\/p>\n
“Shekhar\u2019s character took me back to the good old days. I re-lived the memories of the time when social media was not even a thing. After reading the script and analysing this role, I was drawn to the complexity of unravelling mysteries.<\/p>\n
“The series isn’t just about solving crimes\u2014it’s also about exploring human nature in all its aspects- from love and loyalty to betrayal and deceit. Playing Shekhar was a pure delight. I\u2019m excited to bring Shekhar to all of you,\u201d the 57-year-old actor said in a statement.<\/p>\n
Dugal, who was last seen in the fan-favourite series, \u201cMirzapur 3\u201d, said she is delighted to be working with talented co-stars like Menon, Shorey and Kulhari.<\/p>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\u201cMy character, Iraboty, is a force to reckon with\u2014a strong, determined woman driven by the quest for justice. She has a compelling journey and the dynamic between Shekhar and Iraboty adds a layer of intrigue. Their bond, evolving through shared challenges and discoveries, gives a glimpse of a partnership that goes beyond solving the case,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Kulhari said \u201cShekhar Home\u201d is an entertaining and thought-provoking show.<\/p>\n
\u201c\u2018Shekhar Home\u2019 is one of those rare scripts that grab hold of you from the very first read\u2014you instantly know you must be a part of it. It seamlessly blends mystery with humour, creating a narrative that resonates across a wide spectrum of audiences.<\/p>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFrom the moment I stepped onto the set, I knew this was going to be a special journey, and my character is an interesting one,\u201d the actor, who has made a mark with diverse roles in \u201cPink\u201d, \u201cFour More Shots Please!\u201d, and \u201cHuman\u201d, said.<\/p>\n
The six-episode series, which is set in the early 1990s in the tranquil town of Lonpur, Bengal, is produced by BBC Studios Productions India. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n