Netflix unveils teaser of YRF’s ‘Akka’ starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte
Netflix has unveiled the teaser of ‘Akka’, starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte.
The teaser introduces Suresh as Bhavani and Apte as Rudra, two women at the centre of Pernuru, a kingdom shaped by traditions, power struggles and rivalries.
Produced by YRF Entertainment, the series is set in the 1980s and follows a gangster saga centred on women who have built, governed and protected Pernuru across generations. ‘Akka’ marks the directorial debut of Dharmaraj Shetty, who has also written the series.
Suresh, who celebrates her birthday alongside the teaser launch, said, “The love I receive from the audience every year makes this day incredibly meaningful, and being able to celebrate it by unveiling the teaser of Akka, a project so close to my heart, feels truly special. Bhavani is one of the most unique and memorable characters I have had the opportunity to play. It was lovely working with Radhika. Our characters bring such compelling dynamics to the story and the interplay between them adds an intriguing edge to the narrative. Akka marks my first series with Netflix and YRF Entertainment and what drew me to this project was the distinctiveness of its story and the world it inhabits. I am looking forward to audiences immersing themselves in this world and discovering the many facets of Bhavani as her story unfolds.”
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Apte said, “It’s wonderful that the date announcement and the teaser drop of Akka has coincided with Keerthy’s birthday. I am sure it is going to be lucky for us. Rudra is a fascinating character, driven by her own convictions and an instinct to challenge the world around her. What drew me to the series was the complexity of its characters and the tensions that emerge from their differing perspectives. Having been associated with Netflix across several projects over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to be part of some distinctive storytelling journeys, and Akka is another intriguing addition to that association. Collaborating with YRF Entertainment on a story with such layered characters has been a rewarding experience, and I look forward to audiences discovering Rudra and the many dimensions of her journey.”
‘Akka’ premieres on Netflix on 30 October.
