Subhash K Jha for Mid Day

Mumbai, Mar 1: Her refreshing appearance at the recent Filmfare Awards stunned the nation, and also reaffirmed the film industry’s faith in Sridevi’s status as the ultimate screen queen.

After marriage, two lovely daughters and a life of unalloyed bliss as Mrs Boney Kapoor, Sridevi is finally ready to make that long-awaited comeback to the big screen.

Her mesmerising performance at the awards function was the clincher. Two big production houses have already designed projects highlighting Sri’s indomitable star power.

Husband Boney Kapoor is also planning a very hush-hush project, a sort of Taj Mahal for his Mumtaz Mahal.

Chandni revisited

“Yes, I am certainly planning something with Sridevi,” says Boney. “But her comeback requires a lot of care.

At this stage of her life, when Sri has seen it all, she cannot be enthused by any old subject. It has to be something special.”

Boney confirms that Sri has been flooded with congratulatory calls since her performance.

“People are saying she’s looking like she did in Chandni 17 years ago. She had lost a lot of weight for that film, and she’s done it again.”

In fact, Sri’s performance was a kind of show reel to showcase her stunning personality, just like Madhuri Dixit’s performance last year.

Says Boney, “The impact has been potent, and yes, my wife will be back on screen soon.”