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Kunal Kemmu marks one year of Madgaon Express, teases next project in heartfelt post: “Must tell more stories. Specially since I’ve finished…”

Bollywood actor-turned-director Kunal Kemmu is basking in the joy of a milestone as his directorial debut, Madgaon Express, completes one year. The comedy-drama, which hit theaters on March 22, 2024, marked Kunal’s first venture behind the camera, earning him critical acclaim and audience love. Adding to the celebration, Kunal recently bagged the prestigious IIFA Award for Best Debut Director.

A Heartfelt Anniversary Message Taking to Instagram on the film’s first anniversary, Kunal shared a heartfelt note, reflecting on the journey and teasing exciting updates about his next project. “Happy Birthday Madgaon Express.. it’s already been a year!! Must tell more stories. Specially since I’ve finished writing the next / More on that soon. For now just a big thank you to all of you and everyone who was a part of Madgaon Express,” he wrote. The post has sparked curiosity among fans, who are eagerly awaiting details about his upcoming directorial venture.

 

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IIFA Win and a Grateful Dedication Just days before the anniversary, Kunal’s achievement was celebrated at the IIFA Awards 2024, where he clinched the Best Debut Director award. Overwhelmed with gratitude, he dedicated the honor to his team, family, and fans in an emotional Instagram post. “Aaila, Iifa!! Mae abhi bhi debut kar raha hoon / Thank you so much @iifa for this honour (best directorial debut) for Madgaon Express,” he wrote.

He also praised his actors for their faith and dedication: “You guys are incredible and made all my characters come to life in the best way possible.” Kunal didn’t stop there—he extended his appreciation to his technicians, family, media, content creators, and, most importantly, the audience, whose love turned Madgaon Express into a memorable cinematic ride.

 

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What’s Next for Kunal Kemmu? With Madgaon Express now a year old and an IIFA award in his kitty, Kunal is already gearing up for his next directorial outing. His cryptic Instagram hint—“Specially since I’ve finished writing the next / More on that soon”—has left fans speculating about what’s in store. Will it be another comedy, a new genre, or a sequel to Madgaon Express? The anticipation is building, and Kunal’s promise to “work harder and try to do better” only adds to the excitement.

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