Akka teaser out: Netflix CONFIRMS October 30 premiere for Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte-starrer

Netflix has unveiled the teaser of Akka, its upcoming series starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte.

The teaser introduces the two actors as Bhavani and Rudra, respectively, in Pernuru, a kingdom shaped by traditions, rivalries and shifting power dynamics.

The series is set to premiere on October 30, 2026.

The teaser was released on October 17 to coincide with Keerthy Suresh’s birthday.

Produced by YRF Entertainment, Akka is described as a gangster saga centred on women and their influence in a world governed by its own rules.

Set in the 1980s, the series follows a fictional kingdom shaped by generations of women who have built, governed and protected Pernuru.

Written and directed by Dharmaraj Shetty, Akka marks his directorial debut.

The cast also includes Tanvi Azmi.

Keerthy Suresh on playing Bhavani in Akka Speaking about the teaser release, Keerthy Suresh said, “The love I receive from the audience every year makes this day incredibly meaningful, and being able to celebrate it by unveiling the teaser of Akka, a project so close to my heart, feels truly special.” Describing her character, the actor added, “Bhavani is one of the most unique and memorable characters I have had the opportunity to play.

It was lovely working with Radhika.

Our characters bring such compelling dynamics to the story and the interplay between them adds an intriguing edge to the narrative.” Akka also marks Keerthy’s first series with Netflix and YRF Entertainment.

Explaining what drew her to the project, she said, “What drew me to this project was the distinctiveness of its story and the world it inhabits.

I am looking forward to audiences immersing themselves in this world and discovering the many facets of Bhavani as her story unfolds.” Radhika Apte talks about her character Rudra Radhika Apte, who plays Rudra, spoke about the character’s motivations and the story’s central conflicts.

“Rudra is a fascinating character, driven by her own convictions and an instinct to challenge the world around her.