Makers of ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ on Wednesday dropped the teaser of the much-awaited film on the occasion of renowned director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s birthday.
Touted to be Bhansali’s biggest project to date, in the 30-second teaser, actress Alia Bhatt, who essays the role of Gangubai Kothewali a brothel owner and matriarch from Kathiawad who had no choice but to embrace the ways of destiny and swing it in her favour, will blow your mind with her magnetic onscreen presence and flawless dialogue delivery.
With just one look at the teaser, one can say that Alia has done a fabulous job of getting into the skin of the character be it owning the way the ‘mafia queen’ would dress up and exude confidence.
Earlier on Wednesday, Alia took to her Instagram handle to share a new and intriguing poster of the film. In the photo, the actor is seen in green ethnic attire with long braided hair and a veil placed on her head. She is seen keeping her legs on a chair and giving an intense look with a minimal smile.
With the poster, Alia also announced the release date of Gangubai Kathiawadi which is July 30, 2021. The actor wrote, “In cinemas 30th July 2021. @Bhansaliproductions @jayantilalgadaofficial @penmovies @prerna_singh6.”
Gangubai Kathiawadi marks SLB’s 10th directorial and the makers announced it as “Fiery and feisty, she’s ready to reign! Celebrating the man, his vision and 10th directorial, #GangubaiKathiawadi. Teaser out today. In cinemas on 30th July 2021.”