After leaving a lasting impression with her powerful portrayal of Lajjo, the courtesan in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s grand period drama series Heeramandi, Richa Chadha is all set to surprise audiences once again with a completely different avatar.
According to industry sources, the Gangs of Wasseypur actress will soon be seen heading a gripping crime thriller series for a leading OTT platform. In a sharp departure from her recent period role, Richa is reportedly stepping into the shoes of a detective for the upcoming project.
While details about the series are being kept tightly under wraps, it has been learnt that Richa has already begun shooting. The show is expected to explore a layered narrative set against the backdrop of crime and investigation, with Richa’s character said to be central to the unfolding mystery.
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A source close to the development shared, “After Heeramandi and post pregnancy, Richa was keen to explore something radically different. The role of a detective allows her to tap into a sharp, restrained, and cerebral space. It’s a character that demands both emotional intelligence and quiet intensity, qualities she naturally brings to the screen. She has already started filming, and the look and tonality are very distinct from anything she has done before.”
On the film front, Richa was last seen in Fukrey 3, where she reprised her character, Bholi Punjaban. She was then seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi in 2024, following which the actress took a break to focus on parental duties. Richa and Ali Fazal’s daughter Zuneyra was born in July 2024.
Besides acting, she has also forayed into production. Ali and her banner, Pushing Buttons Studios, backed the critically acclaimed film Girls Will Be Girls.
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