Bollywood Actress, Alia Bhatt shared the teaser of her upcoming movie named ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ on the birthday of an ace filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, which has gained the attention of some big names of Bollywood.
Happy Birthday Sir..
I can think of no better way to celebrate you and your birthday
Presenting a part of my heart & soul.
Meet .. Gangu!❤️#GangubaiKathiawadi#SanjayLeelaBhansali@bhansali_produc @jayantilalgada @PenMovies @prerna982https://t.co/AKrBnGZhZx— Alia Bhatt (@aliaa08) February 24, 2021
The story of Gangubai Kathiawadi is based on the book “Mafia Queens of Mumbai” written by the Indian Author, Hussain Zaidi.
The film celebrates the rise of a simple girl from the land of the Kathis, Kathiawad, who had no choice but to embrace the ways of destiny in her favor.
The cast of the film included the daughter of Indian film director, Mahesh Bhatt, as the lead role along with Emraan Hashmi, Ajay Devgan, and actor-dancer Shantanu Maheshwari as co-stars.
The teaser has received more than 15 million views so far.
After the release of the trailer, thousands of people expressed elation on social media.
Apart from the movie-lovers, some Bollywood biggies also took to their social media accounts to commend the staggering performance of Bhatt.
King Khan consigned his prayers to the ‘little one’.
I always look forward to your work as an actor ‘little one’. And this one seems extremely special….and you….so Gangsta!!! All my love and wishes for the film. @aliaa08 https://t.co/ZPIIfWGQYs
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) February 24, 2021
Indian Film Director, Karan Johar, who has worked with the 27-year-old actress in multiple projects also encouraged the performance.
https://t.co/gxkk2I3UeW With @aliaa08 and #SanjayLeelaBhansali working together, it’s bound to be magical…. What a brilliant teaser! Super super proud of you baby girl! Can’t wait to see this on the big screen! 🔥 @bhansaliProductions #GangubaiKathiawadi
— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) February 24, 2021
#GangubaiKathiawadi…had found the title itself very intriguing from the day I’d heard it…the teaser only adds to it! @aliaa08 along with #SanjayLeelaBhansali sir bring their A-game again, so looking forward to it 👏https://t.co/BVwyMxYFio
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) February 24, 2021
Previously, the best-seller list of The New York Times, Priyanka Chopra was reportedly the main lead of the film was replaced by Bhatt in 2019.
Alia!!!! I’m so proud of you my friend for stepping into complexity fearlessly. I hope you always keep shining. Presenting- Gangubai Kathiawadi! Congratulations Sanjay sir and team.@aliaa08 @bhansali_produc https://t.co/sD8MtbVpYy
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) February 24, 2021
Congratulations on a terrific first look @aliaa08 #SanjayLeelaBhansali .. #GangubaiKathiawadiTeaser promises some high-voltage drama .. look forward to it. 😊👍🏽 https://t.co/57RZp31GGc
— Farhan Akhtar (@FarOutAkhtar) February 25, 2021
Gangu tu chand hai, chand rahegi…#GangubaiKathiawadi#SanjayLeelaBhansali @aliaa08 @bhansali_produc pic.twitter.com/sqnOoIGWTq
— Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) February 24, 2021
Gangubai is as fierce as fierce can get! @aliaa08’s avatar as #GangubaiKathiawadi is very impressive..:)
Looking forward to see #SanjayLeelaBhansali’s magnificent work on the screen.https://t.co/Pap5v5pWod— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) February 24, 2021
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Once again, Sanjay Leela Bhansali brought a moving yet stem-winding story with power-packed performances for movie enthusiasts. With a promise to make one and all feel inspired in 2021, Gangubai Kathiawadi celebrates women’s empowerment.
The film is produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali & Dr. Jayantilal Gada and will be available in cinemas on July 30, 2021.