Shakeela: A Controversial Biopic
Release Date: 2020
Story:
Shakeela is a biographical film based on the life of the controversial South Indian actress, Shakeela. The film delves into her journey from a small-town girl to a sensational adult star, exploring the challenges, controversies, and triumphs she faced throughout her career.
Plot:
The film chronicles Shakeela’s life, starting from her humble beginnings in Kerala. It showcases her early aspirations to become an actress and the obstacles she encountered in a male-dominated industry. The plot then takes a dramatic turn as Shakeela ventures into the adult film industry, becoming a sensation overnight.
The film explores the societal stigma and moral judgments she faced, as well as the personal sacrifices she made for her career. It also highlights the impact of fame and fortune on her life, including the challenges of maintaining relationships and navigating the complexities of the film industry.
Cast:
- Richa Chadha as Shakeela
- Pankaj Tripathi as Bhanu
- Rajeev Mathew as Shakeela’s father
- Shalini Vadakkevila as Shakeela’s mother
- Amitabh Bachchan as Narrator (voice-over)
Director:
- Indrajit Lankesh
Box Office Collection:
| Region | Collection (INR) |
|---|---|
| India | 15 crores |
| Worldwide | 20 crores |
Shakeela Trailer
Keywords:
- Shakeela
- Richa Chadha
- Pankaj Tripathi
- Adult film industry
- Controversial actress
- South Indian actress
- Biographical film
- Indian cinema
- Bollywood
- Indrajit Lankesh