Actor Kajol will next be seen in the film 'Salaam Venky'. She plays the role of a mother whose son is diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Inspired by a real-life story, the film that highlights the relationship between a mother and son is directed by Revathi. 

Ahead of the film's release, during a media interaction, Kajol said that she had initially decided not to do the film. Kajol revealed that she had been waiting to work with Revathi since she saw her directorial 'Phir Milenge' starring Salman Khan and Shilpa Shetty. However, after years of waiting when Revathi did offer her a film, Kajol refused to take it. "Actually, I had decided that I do not want to do this film. When I read the concept note, I called her. I was like I deeply respect you and I know you will make a very good film lekin mai aapki picture nahi kar rahi hu. She was like at least hear the script once. I told that I would love to meet you and would love to hear the script. but I am not going to be doing this film," she said.