Mumbai: Twinkle toes Madhuri Dixit Nene, who is all geared up for the release of her upcoming film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3”, has revealed that Diwali this year is a little extra special for her.
Talking to IANS, the ‘Dhak Dhak’ actress spoke about how she will be celebrating the festival of lights and said that this year, her marriage with Shriram Nene will have completed 25 years, making the occasion even more memorable.
“Well, I’ll miss my kids because they’re studying in the US. But usually, we do Lakshmi Puja in my house. And I’m more into diya’s and rangoli’s and all that, and a little puja in the house,” said the actress.
She added: “So, maybe it’ll be me and my husband this year. We completed 25 years of happily married life this year. So, it’s a special Diwali for me.”
Madhuri married Shriram, a cardiovascular surgeon from Los Angeles, California, in October 1999 in a traditional ceremony held at the residence of the actress’ elder brother in Southern California. The couple welcomed their first son, Arin, in 2003, and their second son, Ryan, in 2005.
In “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3,” Madhuri will play the iconic character of Manjulika. The film’s director, Anees Bazmee, said earlier in an interview with IANS that she “is the perfect choice for New Manjulika.”
He added, “Madhuri is one of the biggest actresses in Bollywood; she is a star, and people love to see her on screen. So, when I thought of approaching her and discussing it with the cast, everyone was very happy and excited like kids”.
He added, “I wanted someone who is a strong actress, who can act and dance very well, and who can do justice to this role. When I approached Madhuri, she was very happy and liked the script and character”.
While Madhuri is the new addition to the hit franchise, the horror-comedy marks Vidya Balan’s return, reprising her iconic role as Manjulika from the 2007 hit. The project marks Aneez Bazmee’s first collaboration with Madhuri Dixit. ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ is slated to hit theatres on November 1.
