Madhur Bhandarkar's The Wives Goes On Floor Today

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09-07-2025

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Madhur Bhandarkar's new film, The Wives, starring Sonali Kulkarni and Mouni Roy, explores the hidden lives and struggles of Bollywood star wives.
Acclaimed filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar, known for exploring the hidden layers of society through films like Page 3, Fashion, and Chandni Bar, has begun work on his next hard-hitting drama titled The Wives. The film, which officially went on floors today in Mumbai, will explore the untold stories behind the lives of Bollywood's star wives.
The project brings together an ensemble cast featuring Sonali Kulkarni, Mouni Roy, Regina Cassandra, Rahul Bhatt, Saurabh Sachdeva, Arjan Bajwa, and Freddy Daruwala. With this film, Bhandarkar aims to dissect the complexities and emotional realities of women who are often seen on the sidelines, despite living in the heart of India's film industry.
Speaking about the film, Bhandarkar said in a media statement, 'With The Wives, I want to peel back yet another glamorous layer of society and show what really lies beneath. This film will be a bold, unapologetic look at the secrets, struggles, and resilience of women who are often seen but seldom heard."
With The Wives, Madhur appears set to present another gritty and realistic portrayal, focusing on the personal lives and silent battles of the women married to Bollywood's biggest names. The film also marks Bhandarkar's second collaboration with producer Pranav Jain of P J Motion Pictures, following the success of their earlier film India Lockdown, which tackled the emotional toll of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Commenting on their partnership, Jain said, 'Collaborating with Madhur sir again is truly exciting. He has a rare gift for telling stories that make people sit up and think. The Wives will be an eye-opener and I'm proud to be backing a project that's so honest and relevant."
The Wives is produced jointly by Bhandarkar Entertainment and P J Motion Pictures.
Madhur Bhandarkar is an acclaimed Indian filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer. In recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema, he was awarded the Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest civilian honour, by the Government of India in 2016.
Bhandarkar is best known for directing hard-hitting films that delve into the underbelly of society. His 2001 crime drama Chandni Bar earned him the National Film Award for Best Film on Social Issues. He followed it up with critically lauded dramas such as Page 3 (2005), Traffic Signal (2007), and Fashion (2008). While Page 3 won the National Award for Best Feature Film, Bhandarkar received the National Award for Best Direction for Traffic Signal. His work in Fashion earned him Filmfare nominations for Best Director and Best Screenplay.
In addition to his work in Hindi cinema, Bhandarkar co-produced the Bengali film Avijatrik (2021), based on Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay's novel Aparajito. The film went on to win the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Bengali.
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