The first look of Akka, starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte, has been released, and it's too good to be missed. The upcoming web series, produced by YRF Entertainment, was announced at a grand event hosted by Netflix on February 3. The first look video showcases a powerful Keerthy Suresh entering a room full of people with her girl gang, while Radhika Apte is introduced sitting on a big chair in her office. The video also features glimpses of gold bars, guns, and intense sequences, setting the tone for a thrilling ride.
Set in the 1980s in the fictional city of Pernuru, South India, Akka is a story of gangster queens whose matriarchal rule is challenged when an outsider brings an unseen threat. The series revolves around Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte's characters clashing for power, showcasing a world of powerful women coming together. The show promises to be a game-changer, with Radhika Apte calling it a "show of fierce and powerful women at its center."
Keerthy Suresh, who recently made her big Bollywood debut with Baby John, thanked YRF for making Akka happen. She described the series as "an entirely different world that you wouldn't have seen before." Radhika Apte, who couldn't attend the event due to her recent motherhood, sent a video message calling Akka a "game-changer." The series is being directed by debutant Dharmaraj Shetty and will be released on Netflix later this year.
The release date of Akka is yet to be announced, but the first look has already generated excitement among fans. With its talented cast, gripping storyline, and powerful themes, Akka promises to be a thrilling ride. Stay tuned for more updates on Akka, and get ready to witness a world of powerful women coming together in this Netflix original series.