Sooni Taraporevala's Waack Girls is set to premiere on November 22. The trailer of the drama series was unveiled.
Last Updated: 12.55 PM, Nov 14, 2024
On November 13, Amazon Prime Video announced the premiere date of the drama series, Waack Girls. The series is set in the vibrant heart of Kolkata and follows six young women who form a dance troupe on their own in a city and a country that knows little about their chosen dance style, walking. Today, November 14, the makers finally released the trailer on their social media pages.
The trailer of Waack Girls takes us to the vibrant streets of Kolkata, where the rhythms of waacking—a dynamic dance form largely unknown in India—intertwine with themes of friendship, resilience and self-discovery. The trailer also captures the diverse group of young women, all united by their love of dance. Giving an intimate glimpse into the lives of these six unlikely walk girls, each with their own unique story.
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From the trailer, the series promises sharp punchlines, light-hearted moments, and music that will make you want to hit the dance floor. Waack Girls chronicles their adventures as they face personal challenges, family expectations, societal norms, and even each other, celebrating both their personalities and unity.
In a statement, Mekhola Bose opened up about the series and added, “Waacking is an amazing medium for self-expression through movement and emotion. For me, it has been an important tool for self-exploration. Collaborating with Sooni was a dream come true; she truly understands the art of storytelling through dance."
She also added that Waack Girls embodies resilience, passion, and the raw beauty of self-expression, and she is incredibly proud to bring this story to life with such talented actors.
"It’s an honor to showcase why waacking deserves a prominent place on the global stage, and I’m thrilled for the audience to experience it on Prime Video," she added.
Waack Girls stars Mekhola Bose, Rytasha Rathore, Anasua Chowdhury, Chrisann Pereira, Priyam Saha, Ruby Sah, Achintya Bose alongside acclaimed actors Barun Chanda, Lillete Dubey, and the late Nitesh Pandey in pivotal roles.
The drama series will land on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide on November 22 in Hindi, with dubs in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.