Madhuri Dixit returns to crime thrillers with Mrs Deshpande, taking on a restrained, psychology-driven role in a serial killer mystery.
OTT release confirmed as the series premieres on JioHotstar on December 19, adding a dark, character-led thriller to the year-end lineup.
Story focuses on investigation and mindset, following a copycat killer case that forces a former criminal to help police uncover the truth.
Mrs Deshpande marks Madhuri Dixit’s return to the crime thriller genre, where she plays one of the most calm and serious roles of her career. The series has gained interest for its strong focus on psychology and crime, keeping the story centred on characters and investigation. The plot revolves around a tense situation involving a copycat killer and explores how unsolved crimes and past choices still affect the present. Instead of dramatic twists, the show follows a controlled storytelling style, aiming to mix mystery with emotional depth in a realistic way. Here’s everything from the release date, platform, plot and more.
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Mrs Deshpande: OTT release date and platform
The crime thriller is all set to stream on JioHotstar and will premiere on December 19. The timing makes it a notable addition to the year-end OTT slate, especially for viewers interested in crime dramas and character-led thrillers.
The release has been awaited by audiences keen to see Madhuri Dixit in a role that departs from her more familiar screen image. Arriving just ahead of the holiday season, the series offers a darker viewing option for those looking beyond festive content.
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Mrs Deshpande: Plot
Mrs Deshpande is a story about a former serial killer, played by Madhuri Dixit, who is now in prison. The story takes a new turn when a series of fresh murders begins to copy the crimes she committed in the past. When normal investigation methods do not work, the police seek Mrs Deshpande’s help to understand how the copycat killer is thinking.
As the case moves forward, the series looks closely at her past, her state of mind, and her complicated connection to the crimes linked to her. The story focuses on questioning, motives, and control, slowly showing how the present events are deeply connected to what happened before.
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Mrs Deshpande: Cast and crew
The series stars Madhuri in the main role, with Siddharth Chandekar playing her son or a detective. Priyanshu Chatterjee and others are also part of the cast. The thriller is directed by Nagesh Kukunoor and produced by Applause Entertainment along with Kukunoor Movies.
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