Following her role in ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,’ Ankita Lokhande is gearing up for a new web series titled ‘Amrapali,’ in collaboration with filmmaker Sandeep Singh. Lokhande will portray the celebrated and glamorous ‘nagarvadhu’ Amrapali in the series.
Sandeep Singh announced the news on Instagram, describing Lokhande as the embodiment of strength, grace, and resilience, perfect for portraying Amrapali’s untold saga. He said, “Presenting @lokhandeankita as #Amrapali, the epitome of strength, grace, and resilience. This captivating series delves into the untold saga of the royal courtesan, revealing her journey filled with emotions and challenges. Stay tuned for this grand spectacle, produced by @officiallegendstudios The series marks the much-awaited comeback of the musical maestro @ismaildarbarofficial.”
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‘Amrapali’ will depict her journey from an imperial courtesan to her decision to become a Buddhist nun, showcasing the emotional and challenging experiences she faced. Singh expressed confidence in Lokhande’s ability to portray Amrapali’s charm and grace, citing her performance in ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ as a testament to her talent. He stated, “Amrapali was known for her beauty and grace and was one of the strongest characters in the history of India. I could not see anyone but Ankita Lokhande, who has surprised everyone with her spectacular performance in my film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar.’ She is just right for the role as she has all the attributes of a charming princess and a nagarvadhu, as she is also a great dancer. Ankita emotes beautifully through her eyes, which will capture the essence of Amrapali.”
Lokhande, who has received global acclaim for her role in ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,’ expressed her excitement for the role, emphasizing the importance of choosing strong, performance-oriented characters. She said, “I have received immense appreciation across the globe for playing Yamunabai in my film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,’ because of which I have been getting film offers with strong performance-oriented characters. But I need to choose wisely, and yes, after ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,’ it’s Amrapali. I will be making a few more good selections soon. Amrapali will be a surprise for me and the audience. I hope to live up to their expectations.”
Music composer Ismail Darbar considers ‘Amrapali’ to be one of his most challenging musical journeys, drawing inspiration from the opulence and divinity of Amrapali’s story. He said, “After ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ and ‘Devdas,’ ‘Amrapali’ will be the most challenging musical journey for me because this story is about a dancer who, disheartened with life, adopts spiritualism. There will be ten songs of various hues capturing the opulence and the divinity of Amrapali.”
Presented by Sandeep Singh and produced by Legend Studios, ‘Amrapali’ promises to be a captivating series that delves into the life of the legendary courtesan-turned-nun. Meanwhile, Lokhande continues to receive accolades for her performance in ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,’ a film directed by Randeep Hooda that offers a unique perspective on India’s struggle for independence.