Waack Girls, a new drama series created and directed by Padma Shri awardee Sooni Taraporevala, is set to release on Prime Video. Packed with comedy, drama, music, and dance the series features a cast of newcomers, including Mekhola Bose, Anasua Chowdhury, Rytasha Rathore, Chrisann Pereira, Priyam Saha, Ruby Sah, Achintya Bose, along with veterans Barun Chanda, Lillete Dubey and the late Nitesh Pandey in pivotal roles.
The nine-episode series will start streaming from November 22.
As per a press release shared by the makers, the show is “set in the vibrant heart of Kolkata and follows six young women who are unapologetically themselves as they create a dance group in a city and a country that knows little about their chosen dance style, waacking. These girls come together to form a dance group called ‘Waack Girls’ and step into the spotlight. Leading the group are Ishani (played by Mekhola Bose), an expert 'waacker' and the group's choreographer, and Lopa (played by Rytasha Rathore), their enthusiastic and scrappy manager. The series captures their adventures both on and off the dance floor as they confront personal battles, family expectations, and societal norms.”
“I fell in love with waacking before I even knew what it was called when I first saw Mekhola Bose dance. Inspired by her, this is a story that is unconventional and fun, and I am beyond excited to present Waack Girls to the world,” said creator Sooni. “But it’s not your typical dance show either. All six girls are unique, each with their own issues and problems that will resonate with audiences."
