Shantanu Maheshwari and Khushalii Kumar to team up for Crossfire

Actors Shantanu Maheshwari (Gangubai Kathiawadi) and Khushalii Kumar will soon be seen together in a psychological thriller titled Crossfire. The film is helmed by director Harish Raut, and it blends suspense and drama.

Crossfire follows the life of Khushalii's Ipsita Dhar as she crosses paths with Shantanu's Bhanu Pratap Singh, fresh out of prison. They soon develop a bond, with Ipsita becoming instrumental in Bhanu's journey of redemption, navigating love, betrayal, and the search for inner peace. Their relationship explores the complexities of human emotions and the consequences of one's decisions.

Talking about the project, Shantanu said: "From the moment I read the script, I was drawn to the film. My character has nuances that challenge traditional notions of morality. He navigates a spectrum of emotions and moral dilemmas, challenging traditional notions of right and wrong. As an actor, these layers offer an exciting opportunity for exploration.”

Expressing her excitement on being part of the film, Khushalii said: “The storyline is captivating, offering a blend of suspense and emotional depth that will undoubtedly resonate with audiences.”

Describing the film’s themes, director Harish said: “It’s a psychological thriller but has a very strong human drama in the backdrop. With layered characters, I wanted young actors who could embody these roles authentically. I am happy to have found Shantanu and Khushali, and we are eager to commence workshops with the entire cast before we go on floors in October.”

The film is produced by Praful Parate and Yogesh Tidke under the banner Sandsational Films Pvt Ltd., with Vivek Rangachari as the creative producer.