Gangubai Kathiawadi release date: When and where to watch Alia Bhatt’s crime drama on OTT

The long wait for Alia Bhatt's Gangubai Kathiawadi is finally coming to an end. Fans can now breathe a sigh of relief as they will soon get to see Bhatt playing the titular role in the crime drama. The Sanjay Bansali directorial is based on S. Hussain Zaidi’s book ‘Mafia Queens of Mumbai.’ Here's when and where you can finally catch a show of the movie.

Is Gangubai Kathiawadi based on a true story?

The film is based on one part from S. Hussain Zaidi’s book ‘Mafia Queens of Mumbai.’ It tells the true story of the popular Mafia Queen Gangubai Kathiwadi.

Who is Gangubai Kathiawadi?

Gangubai was born in a renowned family in Gujarat. Her real name was Ganga Harjivandas. She always dreamt about becoming an actor. At the age of 16, she fell in love with Ramnik Lal, her father's accountant. She eloped with him and came to Mumbai to pursue her dreams and start a new life. But Lal reportedly cheated her and sold her to a brothel for Rs 500. It destroyed her and she started her new life as Gangubai Kathiawadi. She became a prostitute and started living in Mumbai's red-light area. She rose to become one of the most prominent figures in Kamathipura, the biggest red-light area of Mumbai, with several of her customers from the underworld mafia. Later, she became a confidante and sister figure to don Karim Lal who gave her the reign of Kamathipura and she became the ‘Mafia Queens’ of Mumbai.

Who are the cast and crew of Gangubai Kathiawadi?

Apart from Alia, Gangubai Kathiawadi also features Vijay Raaz, Indira Tiwari and Seema Pahwa in crucial roles and Ajay Devgn and Emraan Hashmi in cameo roles. The film is directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The filmmaker has also worked on the music of the film along with Sanchit Balhara and Ankit Balhara. He is also backing the film with Jayantilal Gada.

When and where to watch Gangubai Kathiawadi?

The film has faced several delays in its release. The film was earlier scheduled to release on July 30, 2021, but now the makers have decided to release the drama in theatres on February 25. After its theatrical run, the film will be available to stream on Netflix, and the platform is expected to announce the release date soon.