February 14, 2026

Kathiawadi

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Alia Bhatt hails Sanjal Leela Bhansali’s ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ her ‘riskiest’ role ahead of ‘Love and War’ with Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal: ‘Didn’t know if I’d be able to do it’ | Hindi Movie News

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At the Red Sea International Film Festival, Alia Bhatt reflected on her acclaimed role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, describing the portrayal of the Kamathipura matriarch as a significant “leap of faith.” Bhatt admitted the role was one of the “riskiest” parts she’s played. Her decision was based on full surrender to Bhansali, trusting…

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‘He had two scripts…’: Aditya Narayan reveals Rani Mukerji, not Alia Bhatt, was Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s first choice for Gangubai Kathiawadi |

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Alia Bhatt, acclaimed for her role in Gangubai Kathiawadi, was not Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s initial choice. Aditya Narayan, who assisted Bhansali, revealed that Rani Mukerji was considered for the lead role. Priyanka Chopra was also reportedly in contention for the matriarch’s part before Alia ultimately took on the acclaimed character. Alia Bhatt impressed one and…

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