Kajol took to her official Instagram to share the news with her 11.6 million followers. The actress also revealed that the film's heart-warming story instantly made her say yes to be part of the project. "So happy to announce my next film with the super awesome Revathi directing me.. called 'The Last Hurrah'. A heartwarming story that made me instantly say YES! Can I hear a “Yipppeee” please?" Kajol wrote in her post. 
'The Last Hurrah' is currently in pre-production and will go on floors soon. The film is written by Sammeer Arora.
The film is inspired by a true events and tells the story of an exemplary mother, Sujata (played by Kajol), who battled "the most challenging situations one can ever face with a smile."
Revathi will be directing the film. She has previously helmed films such as 'Mitr, My Friend, which bagged a National Award, and 2004 drama film 'Phir Milenge'. The ace film-maker feels Kajol is "the perfect choice to play the role of Sujata."
Expressing her excitement to be working on this film alongside Kajol, Revathi further said that the 'Fanaa' star's energetic eyes will make you believe that anything is possible. "Her soft yet energetic eyes and her beautiful smile will make you believe that anything is possible and that is exactly how Sujata is. I am very excited for this collaboration and to be working with Kajol for this heartening story," Revathi added. 
Kajol who made her digital debut earlier this year with the Netflix film 'Tribhanga'. The actress said she instantly connected with her character the moment she heard the story. "I think it's a beautiful journey and it deserves to be shared with everyone. And to have Revathy direct me for this story gives me more strength to play Sujata and showcase her strengths," PTI quoted Kajol as saying.
With Revathi's "nuanced direction" and Kajol's craft, producers Sinngh and Agrawal said they hope the film would touch the audience's hearts.
