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Keerthy Suresh: I Could've Played Gangubai!
28 Oct
Summary
- Keerthy Suresh feels she could embody Gangubai Kathiawadi.
- Alia Bhatt's portrayal of Gangubai received praise.
- Keerthy Suresh stars in upcoming Netflix series 'Akka'.

Actress Keerthy Suresh has shared her thoughts on portraying the role of Gangubai Kathiawadi, a character famously brought to life by Alia Bhatt in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 2022 film. Suresh conveyed her confidence in being able to do justice to the role, a sentiment echoed by some fans after the trailer for her upcoming Netflix series, 'Akka,' was released.
While acknowledging her own potential, Suresh was quick to commend Alia Bhatt's performance in the critically acclaimed film. The film 'Gangubai Kathiawadi,' released in 2022, is based on a chapter from S. Hussain Zaidi's book 'Mafia Queens of Mumbai' and chronicles the life of a young woman forced into prostitution who later becomes a powerful figure.
Meanwhile, Keerthy Suresh is preparing for the launch of 'Akka,' her new series co-starring Radhika Apte. Directed by Dharmaraj Shetty, 'Akka' is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on October 30, introducing viewers to a new narrative of power and legacy.