The first look of the Shakeela biopic, featuring Richa Chadha as the erstwhile adult movie star who turned into a superstar in Kerala captures the kaleidoscopic and colourful opening titles of 1980s films. The film, directed by Indrajit Lankesh, tells the story of Shakeela's rags to riches journey into one of the most popular actors in the south Indian film industry during the time.
Speaking about her role, Chadha said, "Richa added saying, “When I was offered this role I was very apprehensive but then I met Shakeela And I saw her gutsy attitude and it became easy. She had forgiven everyone who had done ill to her in her life and she has moved on and is in solace living a minimal life. Even today when she works, she commands great respect and that’s the story we wish to bring forth."