Madhuri Dixit Returns to Thrillers as a Deadly Mastermind in Mrs Deshpande

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral

Madhuri Dixit is set to make a powerful comeback to the thriller genre with her upcoming series Mrs Deshpande, directed by Nagesh Kukunoor and scheduled for release on December 19, 2025, on JioHotstar. The recently unveiled trailer has generated intense excitement, showcasing Madhuri in a remarkably different and chilling avatar. Known for her grace, charm and iconic on-screen presence, she now steps into the skin of a soft-spoken yet convicted serial killer whose gentle appearance hides a dark and violent past. The teaser opens with Madhuri gently singing Bholi Si Surat, only for the calm to be shattered in an instant as she takes someone’s life. The narrative quickly shifts to her being imprisoned, where she states, “I’m locked up, so someone else must be imitating my methods,” setting the tone for the psychological tension that defines the series.

Within the storyline, Mrs Deshpande is serving a 25-year prison sentence, but the police turn to her for assistance after realizing that a new serial killer is replicating her exact methods. The show, an official remake of the French drama La Mante, weaves together crime, psychology and emotional complexity as Madhuri’s character agrees to help the investigation but only on one condition: she wants to partner with her estranged son, who now serves as a detective. Their reluctant collaboration forces them to confront their intertwined trauma, long-suppressed resentment and secrets buried for decades. This mother–son dynamic becomes central to the show’s emotional depth.

Featuring Madhuri Dixit-Nene in the lead role, the series stars Siddharth Chandekar as her son and Priyanshu Chatterjee in a pivotal supporting role. At the trailer launch, Madhuri shared her excitement about working with the team and praised director Nagesh Kukunoor for guiding her through this intense, layered performance. With its gripping premise and strong cast, Mrs Deshpande promises to deliver a fresh, bold and emotionally charged thriller experience for audiences.