Maharani is a Gujarati-language social comedy-drama film directed by Viral Shah, set for release on 1 August 2025. Starring Manasi Parekh as a modern working mother named Manasi and Shraddha Dangar as her spirited housemaid Rani (nicknamed “Maharani”), the story explores the evolving dynamic between employer and domestic help, spotlighting themes of friendship, class barriers, womanhood, and mutual respect. The film offers a humorous yet heartfelt take on urban household life, highlighting how two very different women end up empowering each other in unexpected ways.
The ensemble cast includes Ojas Rawal, Sanjay Goradia, Kaushambi Bhatt, Binda Rawal, and Dilip Rawal, among others. With music by Parth Bharat Thakkar, screenplay by Raam Mori and Hardik Sangani, and production backing from Panorama Studios and Jio Studios, Maharani blends cultural authenticity with mass appeal. It aims to connect with both regional and pan-Indian audiences through its strong female leads and a relatable, socially conscious storyline.
Cast
Main Cast
Manasi Parekh as Manasi (the working mom and protagonist)
Shraddha Dangar as Rani (her housekeeper/“Maharani”)
Ojas Rawal as Jignesh
Sanjay Goradia as Rambo
Supporting Cast
Kaushambi Bhatt as Kajal
Binda Rawal as Pravina
Dilip Rawal as Gordhan
Surbhi Zaveri Vyas as Surbhi
Tarjanee Bhadla as Charubala
Kavin Jani as Kaushik
Nilesh Pandya as Makwana
Pranav Tripathi as Pranav
Crew
Director: Viral Shah
Writers: Raam Mori and Hardik Sangani
Producers: Kumar Mangat Pathak, Abhishek Pathak, Pritesh Thakkar, Madhu Sharma, Viral Shah; co-producers include Murlidhar Chhatwani, Chandresh Bhanushali, Suchin Ahluwalia, and Masumeh Makhija
Music Composer: Parth Bharat Thakkar
Cinematography: Dhawalika Singh
Editing: Viraj Vajani and Gaurang Patel
