Netflix has officially announced the release date for its highly anticipated original film, Maa Behen. The news was shared on Friday, May 15, 2026, to coincide with Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit’s 59th birthday.
Release Details
- Premiere Date: June 4, 2026.
- Platform: Netflix.
- Genre: Rooted crime-comedy / Dark comedy.
The Story: A Kitchen Full of Chaos
Described as a “full-blown kaand” (scandal), the film follows a dysfunctional mother-daughter trio living in a conservative neighborhood. The plot kicks off when the mother, Rekha, discovers a dead body in her kitchen. The perpetually arguing family must set aside their differences and team up to hide the crime from nosy neighbors and stay one step ahead of suspicion.
The Cast and Characters
The film features an exciting ensemble cast:
- Madhuri Dixit as Rekha: The unfiltered, Bhojpuri-speaking mother at the center of the storm.
- Triptii Dimri as Jaya: The responsible daughter trying to keep the situation under control.
- Dharna Durgaa as Sushma: The unpredictable “wild card” daughter.
- Ravi Kishan: Plays a key role as a neighbor who might be infatuated with Rekha.
- Supporting Cast: The movie also stars Geetanjali Kulkarni, Arunoday Singh, and Shardul Bhardwaj.
Behind the Scenes
- Director: Suresh Triveni, known for his acclaimed films Tumhari Sulu and Jalsa.
- Writers: The story is written by Suresh Triveni and Pooja Tolani, with Tolani also handling the screenplay and dialogues.
- Producers: Vikram Malhotra of Abundantia Entertainment in association with Opening Image Films.
- Production Insight: Vikram Malhotra noted that while the film is wildly entertaining and chaotic, it is ultimately a “deeply human story” about the choices families make to survive in a judgmental world.
Director and Lead Perspectives
Madhuri Dixit shared that she was drawn to the project because she is a “big admirer” of Suresh Triveni’s work and was excited to return to the comedy genre. Triptii Dimri described the experience of working with the veteran actress as being part of “one happy family” and noted that she learned a great deal from her legendary co-star.
