Ratna Pathak Shah joins the cast of theatre actor-turned-director's Jayeshbhai Jordaar, to play Ranveer Singh's mom
Mohar Basu (MID-DAY; January 30, 2020)

Even as Ranveer Singh continues filming Jayeshbhai Jordaar, director Divyang Thakkar is zeroing in on the supporting cast. In the latest development, Ratna Pathak Shah has been roped in to play Singh's mother. Interestingly, actor-turned-director Thakkar was one of Pathak's protégés in theatre and was eager to have her on board his maiden directorial venture.

"Some months ago, a young actor came to me with a script. Actors making movies can be tricky, so I was cautious as I began reading, but was thoroughly entertained by the end of the script. The story not only had a message, but also had heart," smiles Pathak, adding that the sharply written story takes on patriarchy. "It talks about issues close to my heart."