From Madhuri Dixit to Sanjay Dutt, the women and men of 'Kalank' look intense

Madhuri Dixit plays Bahaar Begum. 'Enchanting, ethereal & timeless. The true ‘Begum’ of hearts, Bahaar', said producer Karan Johar on Twitter. Conceptualised by Karan and his late father Yash Johar almost 15 years ago, 'Kalank' is an epic drama set in the 1940s.

Actor Sanjay Dutt in a salt-and-pepper look plays 'the most powerful voice of the table, the formidable Balraj Chaudhry'. 'Kalank' will release on April 17, 2019.

Actress Alia Bhatt plays Roop, a royal. To love her is to love fire, said Karan Johar. Alia is in a traditional 'ghoonghat' (veil).

Actress Sonakshi Sinha's character, Satya Chaudhry; is 'pure, elegant and filled with love.' Her forehead is dotted with vermillion, indicating she's married.

Actor Aditya Roy Kapur plays the role of Dev Chaudhry, a man with 'virtuous heart and an uncorrupted mind'.

Actor Varun Dhawan plays the character of Zafar, a man who 'flirts with life and danger'. The actor looks very different in this intense look, complete with eyeliner! We can't wait for 'Kalank'!