Gangubai Kathiawadi

A young woman named Ganga is tricked into a life of prostitution in the Kamathipura red-light district. Renaming herself Gangubai, she rises to power and becomes a formidable figure in the criminal underworld. The film chronicles her journey as she fights for the rights and respect of the women in her community, challenging societal norms and political opposition.

Gangubai Kathiawadi received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for Alia Bhatt's powerful performance and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's direction. The film was lauded for its visual grandeur, historical setting, and its sensitive portrayal of a complex social issue. It was also a significant commercial success.

• Alia Bhatt delivers a career-defining performance as the titular character.

• Sanjay Leela Bhansali's masterful direction and visual style are on full display.

• The film successfully blends historical drama with social commentary.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly praised Alia Bhatt's performance and the film's engaging storyline. Many highlighted the empowering narrative and the film's strong production values, with a significant number appreciating its handling of sensitive themes.

Nominated for Best Film, Best Director, Best Actress (Alia Bhatt) at the Filmfare Awards, winning Best Actress and Best Cinematography. Alia Bhatt also received a Best Actress nomination at the Asian Film Awards.

The film is based on the life of Gangubai Kothewali, a prominent figure in Kamathipura, Mumbai, whose life story was documented in S. Hussain Zaidi's book 'Mafia Queens of Mumbai'.