Netflix has officially announced the cast for its upcoming Bollywood-themed comedy Best of the Best, adding rising stars Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Priyanka Kedia alongside Hasan Minhaj, who also co-wrote the film.
Directed by Lena Khan (Flora & Ulysses), the movie is produced by Minhaj and Prashanth Venkataramanujam under their 186K Films banner, alongside Jonathan Eirich for Rideback.
Best of the Best follows two childhood best friends, Maya and Anjali, as they dive into the competitive world of college Bollywood dance teams. What begins as a bonding experience soon turns intense, as the road to the national championship proves to be both cutthroat and comedic. The film highlights the South Asian college dance circuit — a vibrant, high-energy space where teams across the country come together to compete and celebrate culture.
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, best known for her role as Devi in Netflix’s Never Have I Ever, joins the project after recent roles in Freakier Friday and voice work in Turning Red. Priyanka Kedia, a newcomer gaining traction with her role in Everything To Me, adds to the diverse cast.
Minhaj, who gained acclaim with Patriot Act and Homecoming King, also stars in the film. He’s currently gearing up for his upcoming appearance in Tron: Ares and a comedy tour with Ronny Chieng.
The film continues Netflix’s expansion into culturally rich, character-driven comedy, particularly highlighting South Asian experiences through dance and friendship.
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