# Netflix series Akka production and release

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> Updated: 2026-10-22T10:41:33.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

Netflix and YRF Entertainment have announced the upcoming gangster drama series ‘Akka’, which is scheduled to premiere on October 30, 2026. The series, written and directed by Dharmaraj Shetty, is set in the fictional 1980s kingdom of Pernuru. 

The narrative focuses on a matriarchal society and the power dynamics between two central characters: Bhavani, played by Keerthy Suresh, and Rudra, played by Radhika Apte. Following an initial teaser release, a full trailer has been unveiled, highlighting the ensemble cast which includes Tanvi Azmi, Mahesh Manjrekar, Anshuman Pushkar, and Monica Panwar.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Netflix unveils trailer for gangster saga Akka

Netflix has released the trailer for Akka, a gangster saga starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte, set to premiere on October 30.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-unveils-trailer-for-gangster-saga-akka

### 2026-10-17: Netflix announces ‘Akka’ gangster series starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte

Netflix and YRF Entertainment have announced that the 1980s gangster drama ‘Akka’, starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte, will premiere on October 30, 2026.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/radhika-apte-and-keerthy-suresh-star-in-upcoming-gangster-saga-akka

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