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Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Best of the Best: From Never Have I Ever Star Maitreyi Ramakrishnan's Sri Lankan Origin Role to Hasan Minhaj's Writing, All We Know
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is set to star in a new Netflix movie titled Best of the Best, a Bollywood-inspired dance comedy. The film also features comedian Hasan Minhaj and marks a reunion between Maitreyi and director Lena Khan, who previously worked together on Never Have I Ever. The project will bring together vibrant South Asian culture, campus life, and competitive dance, with a focus on friendship and identity. Netflix has not yet announced a release date. A South Asian coming-of-age dance film Best of the Best tells the story of two childhood best friends, Maya and Anjali, who join their college's Bollywood dance team. As they compete for a national title, they realize the journey is far more intense and chaotic than expected. The movie will explore themes of friendship, personal growth, and cultural pride. According to Variety, Hasan Minhaj co-wrote the script with Prashanth Venkataramanujam. Minhaj and Venkataramanujam will also produce under their banner 186K Films, alongside Jonathan Eirich for Rideback. Ryan Halprin will serve as executive producer. Here's what Maitreyi and Priyanka shared about the movie Maitreyi Ramakrishnan shared her excitement on Instagram, writing, 'my body is sore but my heart is full,' and added, 'also, my character is tamil of srilankan origin. hope yall enjoy." Actress Priyanka Kedia also joins the cast. She posted, 'the most surreal announcement i never could have imagined i'd get to make. from the bottom of my heart thank you thank you thank you for making that little girl's (and her parents') dreams come true. this is going to be such an insanely special one. get ready!!!!!!!!!!!! P.S. Mama, Pops, Hirshie @kedia_hv this one is for you.' Lena Khan, known for Flora & Ulysses and several episodes of Never Have I Ever, will direct the film. The story also highlights how college Bollywood dance teams have become spaces of community and cultural expression for South Asians, making the film relatable for many young viewers. Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is best known for her role as Devi Vishwakumar in Never Have I Ever. She also voiced characters in Turning Red and Big Mouth, and she'll next appear in Freakier Friday alongside Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis. Hasan Minhaj, known for Patriot Act and Homecoming King, will also appear in Disney's upcoming film Tron: Ares and is planning a comedy tour with Ronny Chieng.
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Priyanka Kedia join Hasan Minhaj in Netflix Bollywood dance comedy
Netflix has officially announced the cast for its upcoming Bollywood-themed comedy Best of the Best, adding rising stars Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Priyanka Kedia alongside Hasan Minhaj, who also co-wrote the film. Directed by Lena Khan (Flora & Ulysses), the movie is produced by Minhaj and Prashanth Venkataramanujam under their 186K Films banner, alongside Jonathan Eirich for Rideback. Best of the Best follows two childhood best friends, Maya and Anjali, as they dive into the competitive world of college Bollywood dance teams. What begins as a bonding experience soon turns intense, as the road to the national championship proves to be both cutthroat and comedic. The film highlights the South Asian college dance circuit — a vibrant, high-energy space where teams across the country come together to compete and celebrate culture. Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, best known for her role as Devi in Netflix's Never Have I Ever, joins the project after recent roles in Freakier Friday and voice work in Turning Red. Priyanka Kedia, a newcomer gaining traction with her role in Everything To Me, adds to the diverse cast. Minhaj, who gained acclaim with Patriot Act and Homecoming King, also stars in the film. He's currently gearing up for his upcoming appearance in Tron: Ares and a comedy tour with Ronny Chieng. The film continues Netflix's expansion into culturally rich, character-driven comedy, particularly highlighting South Asian experiences through dance and friendship.
