Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani, best known for directing award winning films like `Lage Raho Munna Bhai`, `3 Idiots` and `PK`, says he is `nervous` and `excited` about his upcoming production venture `Saala Khadoos`.

`'Saala Khadoos' is my first home production and it being my first venture, I'm equally nervous and excited. However, it's been a wonderful journey,` Hirani, who has produced the film under his banner Rajkumar Hirani Films, said in a statement.

Written and directed by Sudha Kongara, the film stars R. Madhavan and newcomer Ritika Singh, who is a real life boxer.

`Saala Khadoos` revolves around a coach - played by Madhavan - who is relentlessly pushing his protege - essayed by Ritika - to overcome obstacles and achieve her boxing goals.

The film will release on January 29.