Netflix announces ‘Akka’ gangster series starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte

Netflix and YRF Entertainment have released a teaser for the upcoming gangster drama series ‘Akka’, scheduled to premiere on October 30, 2026. The series stars Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte in leading roles.

Set in the 1980s within the fictional kingdom of Pernuru, the story depicts a matriarchal society where generations of women have built and governed the land. The plot centers on the power dynamics and rivalries between two formidable women: Bhavani, played by Suresh, and Rudra, played by Apte.

The series marks the directorial debut of Dharmaraj Shetty, who also served as the writer. The teaser release coincided with Keerthy Suresh’s birthday. The production features a cast that includes Tanvi Azmi, with executive producers Aditya Chopra, Yogendra Mogre, and Akshaye Widhani.