Keerthy Suresh believes she could have done justice to the role of ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, the character portrayed by Alia Bhatt in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2022 film. The actor shared her thoughts after fans suggested she would have been a good fit for the role following the trailer release of her upcoming Netflix series, ‘Akka’.In a conversation with India Today, Keerthy responded to a viewer’s comment suggesting that she should have played Gangubai instead of Alia. While expressing confidence in her ability to take on the part, the actor was equally appreciative of Alia’s performance in the critically acclaimed film.
Keerthy Suresh says she could have done justice to ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’
Asked whether she believed she could have pulled off the role of ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, Keerthy said she was confident she could have done justice to the character. However, she was quick to acknowledge Alia’s work in the film.“If I could have pulled off that role? I believe yes. But I really liked Alia Bhatt in ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’. I love her body of work,” the actor said.Keerthy’s response came after the trailer of ‘Akka’ prompted viewers to draw comparisons and suggest that she could have suited the role of Gangubai.
What is ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ about?
Released in 2022, ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ was directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and featured Alia Bhatt in the titular role. Based on S. Hussain Zaidi’s book ‘Mafia Queens of Mumbai’, the film follows the life of Gangubai, a young woman from Kathiawad who is forced into prostitution and eventually rises to become a powerful madam and an influential figure in Bombay’s red-light district.Alia’s performance was central to the film, which brought Gangubai’s journey of survival, power and influence to the screen.
Keerthy Suresh gears up for Netflix series ‘Akka’ with Radhika Apte
Meanwhile, Keerthy is preparing for the release of ‘Akka’, her upcoming Netflix series co-starring Radhika Apte. Set in the fictional kingdom of Pernuru, the series follows two women, Bhavani and Rudra, who find themselves caught in a power struggle while navigating questions of legacy and influence.Directed by Dharmaraj Shetty and produced by YRF Entertainment, ‘Akka’ is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on October 30.
