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2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Hasan Minhaj Team Up For Netflix's Best Of The Best
Last Updated: Best of the Best, a new Netflix film, features Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Hasan Minhaj under the direction of Lena Khan. Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is all set to shine in the upcoming Netflix film Best of the Best, a vibrant Bollywood-inspired dance comedy that also stars comedian Hasan Minhaj. This project reunites Maitreyi with acclaimed director Lena Khan, with whom she previously collaborated on the hit series Never Have I Ever. Best of the Best promises to be a dynamic fusion of vibrant South Asian culture, campus life and competitive dance, exploring themes of friendship and self-discovery. While the film's release date has yet to be announced by Netflix, fans are eagerly anticipating the blend of music, dance and heartfelt storytelling. The series is a vibrant coming-of-age dance film that follows the journey of childhood best friends Maya and Anjali as they join their college's Bollywood dance team. As they strive for a national title, they navigate the highs and lows of competition, discovering that the true prize lies in the growth, camaraderie and cultural connection they forge along the way. Exploring themes of friendship, self-discovery and cultural pride, this film promises to be an uplifting and energetic ride. According to Variety, Hasan Minhaj collaborated with Prashanth Venkataramanujam on the script, and the duo will also co-produce the film under their 186K Films banner. They'll be joined by Jonathan Eirich of Rideback, with Ryan Halprin serving as executive producer. Maitreyi Ramakrishnan expressed her enthusiasm on Instagram, posting, 'My body is sore but my heart is full," and revealing that her character is Tamil of Sri Lankan origin, adding, 'Hope y'all enjoy!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maitreyi Ramakrishnan (@maitreyiramakrishnan) Actress Priyanka Kedia also joined 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." View this post on Instagram A post shared by priyanka kedia (@pkwizzles) Acclaimed director Lena Khan, known for her work on Flora & Ulysses and Never Have I Ever, brings her expertise to Best of the Best, a film that celebrates the vibrant world of college Bollywood dance teams. These teams have become a haven for South Asian students to connect with their cultural heritage, and the movie captures this spirit, making it a relatable and authentic portrayal for young audiences. First Published: July 21, 2025, 19:10 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Elle
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Everything We Know About Netflix's ‘Best of the Best'
The upcoming Netflix feature Best of the Best starring Hasan Minhaj was first announced in 2023, with Flora & Ulysses director Lena Khan set to direct. Two years later the Bollywood-style comedy focused on the world of collegiate-level dance competitions is really coming together. Here's everything we know about the movie so far. Maya and Anjali are two childhood best friends who find the dynamic of their relationship changes after joining their college's competitive Bollywood dance team. In the team's quest to win the national championship, both girls discover just how cutthroat the experience of traditional dance can get. Per Variety, the story celebrates 'the vibrancy of Bollywood Fusion Dance, the growing pains of young adulthood and the lasting power of friendship.' On July 17, Variety reported that Never Have I Ever star Maitreyi Ramakrishnan had joined Minhaj along with Everything To Me's Priyanka Kedia. Khan had directed Ramakrishnan in several episodes of her hit show on Netflix. The actress seemed to refer to training for the new role in an Instagram post about the film, writing in the caption, 'my body is sore but my heart is full💗💃🏾.' Kedia celebrated the news she was joining the cast as well, writing in a post, '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!!!!!!!!!!!! 🥹❤️' The script was penned by Minhaj and Prashanth Venkataramanujam, who are also producing, along with Jonathan Eirich and Ryan Halprin for Rideback. This post will be updated.
Pink Villa
3 days 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.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Poorna Jagannathan joins Joona Linna series
Los Angeles, Jul 19 (PTI) Indian-American actor Poorna Jagannathan, whose credits include projects such as 'The Night Of" and 'Never Have I Ever", has become the latest addition to the star cast of Apple TV+'s upcoming series 'Joona Linna". Along with Jagannathan, actor Gary Carr, known for 'Death in Paradise", 'The Deuce", and 'Downton Abbey", has also boarded the series, which is an adaptation of Lars Keppler's books, according to the entertainment news outlet Variety. The series, which will comprise 10 episodes, also stars Liev Schreiber, Bill Camp, Zazie Beetz, and Stephen Graham. 'Joona Linna" revolves around an ex-soldier turned homicide detective, Jonah Lynn (Schreiber), who moves to a small town in Western Pennsylvania for a quiet life after getting tired of working the tough streets of Philadelphia. But things take a different turn when his family comes under attack from the diabolically cunning serial killer Jurek Walter (Graham). 'When the desperate search for Jurek's last missing victim forces Jonah to send his adopted daughter, FBI agent Saga Bauer (Beetz) up against Jurek, how far will Jonah go," reads the official description of the series. Jagannathan will essay the role of Quinn, an FBI agent from D C who has to lean on Jonah to navigate the close-knit small town as an outsider while dealing with her own personal life struggles. Carr will portray the role of Nathan, a forensic investigator who is dedicated to Jonah but gets his feelings reconciled for Saga. Rowan Joffe and John Hlavin will serve as writers and executive producers on the series. Tim Van Patten, who has worked on projects such as 'The Sopranos" and 'The Wire", will direct the first two episodes of the show. Previously, Swedish film 'The Hypnotist" was adapted from the book series.. Starring Lena Olin and Tobias Zilliacus, it was directed by Lasse Hallstrom and released in 2012. PTI ATR ATR ATR view comments First Published: July 19, 2025, 18:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Wales Online
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
The Couple Next Door season 2 cast, start time and episodes as new stars take over
The Couple Next Door season 2 cast, start time and episodes as new stars take over The Channel 4 drama is back for a second season and this time around is set to follow two love triangles, with a brand new cast The Couple Next Door airs on Channel 4 (Image: CHANNEL 4 ) The Couple Next Door returns for its much-anticipated second series, building on the suspense-filled narrative that captivated audiences with Poldark's Eleanor Tomlinson and Outlander's Sam Heughan leading the first season. In a fresh twist, creator David Allison delivers a brand new story featuring an entirely new ensemble of actors to bring it to life. Sharing insights with Radio Times, Allison described the shift in dynamics: "The first series was about two couples that collided with each other - a square. Whereas this is more two love triangles... so the dynamic is really different." He further revealed the focus on more mature characters, stating, "The other thing is this is about characters who are a little bit older. They're in their 40s - it's about a mid-life crisis and there's different things going on in those relationships as well." Here's what you need to know about the upcoming series. The Couple Next Door stars Annabel Scholey and Sam Palladio (Image: CHANNEL 4 ) Article continues below Who is in the cast of The Couple Next Door season 2? Taking the role of the enigmatic new nurse Mia is Aggy K Adams, known from The Witcher, alongside Never Have I Ever's Sendhil Ramamurthy playing Charlotte's former interest, Leo. The line-up also includes Hugh Dennis from Outnumbered as Alan and Jeff Rawle from Hollyoaks portraying Henry. Adam James of Vigil fame joins as Ben, while Maimie McCoy, remembered from The Musketeers, appears as Gemma. Completing the cast are Barney White cast as Brandon, Jackie Clune playing Annette, Janine Duvitski stepping into the shoes of Gloria, and Tanya Moodie filling the role of Yvonne. The Couple Next Door stars Hugh Dennis (Image: CHANNEL 4 ) When does The Couple Next Door season 2 start? The first instalment will begin at 9pm and continue for an hour, concluding at 10pm. Here are the air dates for the episodes: Episode 1 – 14 July Episode 2 – 15 July Episode 3 – 16 July Episode 4 – 21 July Episode 5 – 22 July Episode 6 – 23 July You can also catch the episodes on Channel 4's streaming platform. The Couple Next Door season 2 has a brand new cast The series' inaugural season was Channel 4's largest scripted streaming success, with the premiere gathering over a million viewers in its first week. The official season two description states: "Leo's return sparks a change in Charlotte and Mia seizes the opportunity to work her way into Jacob and Charlotte's confidence, their street, and eventually even their bed, befriending cul-de-sac outcast Alan (Hugh Dennis) along the way. "But it's not long before Mia's past comes back to haunt her, leading Charlotte and Jacob to question who she really is, especially when patients at the hospital start mysteriously dying. One thing is clear - giving in to their desires could have deadly consequences." Article continues below The Couple Next Door returns for season 2 on 14 July on Channel 4.
