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The highly anticipated Netflix web series 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter' is set to premiere on March 20, 2025, and ahead of the big day, Sourav Ganguly, one of the greatest cricketers produced by India, took up the mantle to promote it the best possible way. In the promo video, the 52-year-old wore the police uniform, to audition for a role in the crime drama show, and while he didn’t land one, his cameo appearance has more than done its job in promoting it online.
In a lighthearted clip to promote 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter', which lasted for around 96 seconds, some of the big moments of Sourav Ganguly’s cricketing career where highlighted, including his alleged difference with Greg Chappell, who was the head coach of the Indian cricket team in the mid-2000s. The main highlight of the promo video was the Prince of Kolkata’s affinity to playing strokes on the off side.
Watch the video here:
Khakee as a franchise is definitely one of my favourites: Sourav Ganguly
While Sourav Ganguly won’t be playing a role in 'Khakee: The Bengal Chapter', his promotional work is expected to bring some eyeballs on the web series from the world of cricket. The former BCCI President also commented on his epic collaboration, which read, “As someone who has always been passionate about thrillers and cop dramas, Khakee as a franchise is definitely one of my favourites. So when Netflix approached me, I was excited to collaborate with them for the newest installment of Khakee - The Bengal Chapter, in the capacity of a superfan. And I truly feel that.”
“The series has been extensively shot in Kolkata and the gripping narrative and stellar performances make it a must-watch for anyone who appreciates a well-made thriller. I have the deepest respect and admiration for a maker like Neeraj Pandey and this collaboration with Netflix has been an absolute delight. It’s a first for me, and I would like to extend my best wishes to the entire team of Khakee. Watch Khakee: The Bengal Chapter on March 20 only on Netflix,” he added.
Moreover, Khakee: The Bengal Chapter is produced by Sri Venkatesh Films, while the episodes have been produced by Friday Storytellers, with its creator being Neeraj Pandey.
