Actor Shweta Basu Prasad has joined the fourth season of Huma Qureshi's political-thriller Maharani, streaming service Sony LIV announced on Thursday. The series is directed by Puneet Prakash and written by Jolly LLB director Subhash Kapoor, Nandan Singh, Umashankar Singh.

In the new season of the show which is said to be its “most explosive season yet”, Huma will reprise her role as Rani Bharti, a woman caught in the murky world of power, as she undertakes a treacherous political journey from Bihar to Delhi.

According to a press release, Shweta's character will bring "bold, fresh energy to a world already rife with power struggles, betrayals, and ruthless political warfare".

"Being a part of a series that has gained massive praise is exciting. Maharani has redefined political drama in the Indian OTT space and getting to collaborate with Huma, who has brought Rani Bharti to life so brilliantly, is an honor. I hope my character brings a fresh edge to the narrative that keeps the viewers on the edge of their seats,” she said.

Known for her award-winning role as a child artist in Vishal Bhardwaj’s Makdee, Shweta has starred in films such as lqbal, Badrinath Ki Dulhania, and Serious Men, as well as series like Hostages and Criminal Justice: A Family Matter.

The release date of Maharani and the details on its ensemble cast are still under wraps. A teaser was unveiled earlier this year in March which features Huma as Bihar CM Rani Bharti mulling over her next move in her office.