Netflix and Yash Raj Films are set to unveil a hidden chapter of Indian history with their upcoming film Maharaj , premiering on June 14th, 2024, starring Jaideep Ahlawat and debutante Junaid Khan. Stepping back to pre-independence India, in 1862, the movie sheds light on the courageous fight of Karsandas Mulji, a journalist and social reformer. As Junaid Khan celebrates his birthday today, Maharaj director Siddharth P Malhotra took to his social media handle to wish the debutante by sharing a previously unseen picture.
Maharaj director Siddharth P Malhotra drops an unseen photo with Junaid Khan on his birthday: “He’s got his work ethics from his father for sure” The Hichki director shared a sweet note on his Instagram story stating, "This boy's passion and dedication is truly unmatched. They say a fruit doesn't fall far from the tree, which is truly the case for Junaid. He's got his work ethics from his father for sure, and acting capabilities too.
Happy birthday Junaid wish you loads of love and happiness and memorable role and films always ! Have the best day and year ever." The logline reads, "The year 1862 paints a vivid picture of a nation in flux. With only three universities established and the embers of the Sepoy Mutiny still glowing, India was grappling with change.
Against this backdrop, Mulji, a young man studying at Elphinstone College in Mumbai, emerged as a champion for the marginalized. Inspired by his mentor, scholar-leader Dadabhai Naoroji, Mulji champ.
