Late Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor passed away in 2020 and left a void in the Indian entertainment industry.
Sharmaji Namkeen was the actor’s last unreleased movie and the makers have just announced it’s release date which has excited all the fans.
The stellar cast of the movie includes late Rishi Kapoor and Paresh Rawal, alongside Juhi Chawla, Suhail Nayyar, Taaruk Raina, Satish Kaushik, Sheeba Chaddha, and Isha Talwar.
Amazon Prime Video has announced the worldwide premier of this Hitesh Bhatia directorial.
Sharmaji Namkeen Movie Poster:
Sharmaji Namkeen Movie Release Date:
March 31st, 2022 on Amazon Prime Video
all rise, for the first time 2 legends have arrived to cook up something namkeen and add some spice to your life ✨#SharmajiNamkeenOnPrime, world premiere, March 31@chintskap @SirPareshRawal @thisisnothitesh @excelmovies @MacguffinP pic.twitter.com/S2W6KmQ9eG
— amazon prime video IN (@PrimeVideoIN) March 9, 2022
Manish Menghani, head, content licensing, Prime Video, says, “With every title, our endeavor at Prime Video has been to continuously deliver content that keeps our customers engaged and entertained. Sharmaji Namkeen is one such entertainer. It is a truly special film and humble tribute to the acting prowess and cinematic brilliance of the late Rishi Kapoor and a testament to the immeasurable talent of Paresh Rawal. Both actors have entertained generations of audiences through their legendary performances. The film is yet another exciting chapter in our long-standing association with Excel Entertainment and we are certain this heartwarming tale will find its special place with customers in India and beyond.”
Ritesh Sidhwani, Co-Founder, Excel Entertainment said “At Excel, we have always focused on offering the most clutter-breaking narratives and bring to life characters that are memorable and heartwarming. Sharmaji Namkeen is a slice-of-life story of an ordinary man and his extraordinary pursuit to find a new meaning in life. We are humbled and thankful to work with the legendary actor, the Late Rishi Kapoor, for this epic family entertainer, which remains his last onscreen portrayal. The movie is our tribute to his commanding stardom and charm and we are happy to add another milestone to our robust collaboration with Prime Video.”
As per reports, Sharmaji Namkeen is the first Hindi movie where two actors – Rishi Kapoor and Paresh Rawal – have come together to play one character. A relatable and heartwarming story of self-realization and discovery, Sharmaji Namkeen dwells on the life of a recently retired man who discovers his passion for cooking after joining a riotous women’s kitty circle.