SouravGanguly, former Indian cricket captain, surprised fans by appearing in a police uniform for a promotional campaign for Netflix’s upcoming series “Khakee: The Bengal Chapter”. While rumors initially suggested his acting debut in the series, Ganguly clarified that he is not part of the cast but is promoting the show through advertisements. A viral clip shared by Netflix shows Ganguly humorously auditioning for the role of a cop but ultimately endorsing the series instead.
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Directed by Debatma Mandal and TusharKanti Ray, “Khakee: The Bengal Chapter” is a sequel to Neeraj Pandey’s 2022 hit “Khakee: The Bihar Chapter”. Set in Kolkata during the early 2000s, the crime drama follows an IPS officer battling crime syndicates and political corruption. The series features an ensemble cast of Bengali cinema stars, including Prosenjit Chatterjee, Jeet, and ParambrataChattopadhyay.
The promotional campaign has drawn widespread attention on social media, with fans praising Ganguly’s performance and Netflix’s creative marketing strategy. The series will premiere on March 20, 2025, adding excitement to Ganguly’s unique involvement in its promotion.