Idhika Paul joins Srijit Mukherji’s new detective film

Actor Idhika Paul is set to take on another new role as she joins acclaimed Indian filmmaker Srijit Mukherji’s upcoming detective film, based on the fictional sleuth Kanaicharan, created by author Rajarshi Das Bhowmik.

According to reports by Anandabazar Patrika and other Indian media outlets, Srijit has read the entire Kanaicharan series before selecting “Kalapanir Disha” as the basis for the film. However, the director has not confirmed whether the adaptation will retain the story’s title.

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Srijit has confirmed that Jisshu Sengupta will play the titular detective, while also announcing Idhika’s casting. However, he has not disclosed details about her character.

Speculation about Idhika’s role has grown after rehearsal photographs surfaced online showing the actor dressed in cricket attire, prompting fans to suggest she may portray a cricketer in the film.

Idhika has also hinted at the project on social media, sharing a photograph with the caption, “The journey begins”, referring to Srijit’s upcoming film.

The project marks the latest addition to Idhika’s growing body of work across both Bangladesh and India.