"Khakee: The Bengal Chapter" Starring Jeet and Prosenjit Set to Premiere on Netflix on March 20

Netflix India announced on Monday that its anticipated crime drama, "Khakee: The Bengal Chapter," starring popular Bengali actors Jeet and Prosenjit Chatterjee, is scheduled for release on March 20.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Neeraj Pandey, renowned for hits such as "Baby," "Aiyaary," "Special 26," "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story," and "Sikandar Ka Muqaddar," this series serves as the follow-up to Pandey’s successful 2022 show, "Khakee: The Bihar Chapter."

Set in the early 2000s, the storyline unfolds within a city plagued by corruption, power struggles, and rampant gangsterism. According to Netflix, the narrative focuses on the intricate battle for dominance among gangsters, politicians, and law enforcement, reflecting a complex interplay where justice frequently struggles to prevail.

Notable Cast Members Joining Jeet and Prosenjit​

Apart from lead actors Jeet and Prosenjit, the series also stars acclaimed actors Parambrata Chatterjee and Saswata Chatterjee. Additional cast includes notable names such as Ritwik Bhowmik, Aadil Zafar Khan, Chitrangada Singh, Pooja Chopra, Aakanksha Singh, Mimoh Chakraborty, and Shraddha Das.

Actors Share Excitement for the Project​

Making his Netflix debut, Jeet expressed pride and excitement about the upcoming release. In his statement, Jeet mentioned:

“This project challenged me in new ways, allowing me to grow as an actor, and I can’t wait for everyone to experience it. Hopefully, this series will spark relevant conversations that leave a lasting impression.”

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Veteran actor Prosenjit Chatterjee also shared his enthusiasm, highlighting the intense action and gripping plot twists viewers can anticipate:

“‘Khakee: The Bengal Chapter’ delves into power struggles, intense action, and unexpected plot twists that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. We poured our hearts into bringing this narrative to life, and I hope audiences everywhere find themselves as captivated by it as we were during its creation.”

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Netflix Promotes Premiere with Engaging Social Media Announcement​

Announcing the premiere date on Instagram, Netflix India shared a vibrant teaser captioned:

“Boss aur Bumba Da ki dahaad sunne ke liye hojaiye taiyyaar. Watch ‘Khakee: The Bengal Chapter’, out 20 March, only on Netflix.”

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The caption playfully references the nicknames of the lead actors—Jeet (Boss) and Prosenjit Chatterjee (Bumba Da), heightening anticipation among fans.

Produced by Friday Storytellers, Khakee: The Bengal Chapter promises audiences an immersive experience through authentic storytelling, high-stakes drama, and gripping performances.