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Kareena Kapoor Is Making Her OTT Debut with Jaane Jaan: Everything You Need To Know About The Thriller

Kareena Kapoor Khan is ready to make her maiden journey into the world of OTT with her debut film “Jaane Jaan,” by Sujoy Ghosh. She will be starring alongside Vijay Varma and Jaideep Ahlawat.

Jaane Jaan is one of Netflix’s upcoming and most-anticipated films featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Vijay Varma, and Jaideep Ahlawat in the lead. The film will be released on September 21, 2023. As Kareena prepares herself for her exciting OTT debut — Netflix, on August 25—revealed that the Sujoy Ghosh directorial film has been adapted from “Devotion of Suspect X,” a book by Keigo Higashino. Keep reading to know more about the film, its cast, storyline, and release date.

The Official Announcement

On August 25, 2023—Netflix officially announced the premiere date of Jaane Jaan—this year's one of the most long-awaited films to premiere on the digital platform. Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, Jaane Jaan will release on September 21, 2023, and the official announcement has thrilled all die-hard fans of Kareena Kapoor Khan, who are excited for her maiden entry into the world of OTT. And there's more— the Netflix film will premiere on her birthday.

Teaser

The teaser presents the twisted and dark nature of the film, and Kareena’s character appears on screen, singing the song “Jaane Jaan,” in a dim-lit room with purple neon lights. On the other hand, the characters of Vijay Varma and Jaideep Ahlawat appear in quick succession. The teaser of the thriller film wraps up with a quick snapshot of an edited action scene, followed by the appearance of the title card at the end.

Poster Reveal

On September 2, the official Instagram page of Netflix India offered a sneak peek into the character played by Kareena Kapoor in Jaane Jaan. The poster was uploaded on Instagram, featuring Kareena with a grim expression and another girl with a distressed look on her face.

On September 3, the second poster was unveiled—featuring Jaideep Ahlawat — and the actor has undergone an astounding transformation. In this poster, the actor has a menacing expression with a half-bald appearance and has noticeably lost weight—displaying his zeal for playing versatile roles as an actor.

Both posters display the release date of the trailer—assuring the fans that the trailer will release on September 5.

Decoding The Trailer

Let us delve into the perplexing world of Maya D’Souza (Kareena Kapoor), where mysteries and secrets intertwine. In the thrilling trailer, a knock on Maya’s door by Naren (Jaideep Ahlawat), her neighbor—paves the path for an intriguing tale. Set in Kalimpong, Maya’s life in the city is veiled in mystery.

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Naren seems worried about Maya’s safety and inquires if everything is alright. Maya tries to maintain her composure and reassures Naren that she is fine. However, the audience gets a glimpse of her real problems.

Vijay Varma is playing Karan Anand, a cop working for Mumbai Police —who is looking for Maya in Kalimpong. The case takes an unprecedented turn when both Karan and Naren find themselves mystifyingly drawn to Maya. The trailer will leave you questioning the nature of her relationships with both men. The audience can stream Jaane Jaan from September 21, 2023, on Netflix.

Cast

Written and directed by Sujoy Ghosh, Jaane Jaan stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Vijay Varma, and Kareena Kapoor in the lead roles. To play supporting roles, the filmmakers have cast Naisha Khanna, Lin Laishram, Shyam Gopal, Uditi Singh, and Saurabh Sachdev. The filming has been done by Avik Mukhopadhyay — and Jigar Saraiya and Sachin Sanghvi composed the music for the film. The dialogues have been penned by Raj Vasant. Sujoy Ghosh, Akshai Puri, Jay Shewakramani, and Hyunwoo Thomas Kim have worked together to shape the film.

Plot

Shrouded in a veil of mystery, Jaane Jaan is a thrilling drama—and it revolves around a woman who has allegedly murdered her husband. She sets out on a journey to prove her innocence. The trailer has ignited immense interest among critics and audiences alike.

Jaane Jaan marks the entry of Kareena Kapoor Khan in the world of OTT, and her fans cannot hold their excitement to witness her acting skill in a fresh setting. With the posters and trailer, the filmmakers have successfully piqued the curiosity of the audience. Stream this gripping thriller to unravel all the secrets.