Actress Richa Chadha is all geared up to play Shakeela, a popular adult film star from the South. Best known for her adult films, Shakeela became a rage overnight after her first mainstream film Playgirls in which she acted alongside Silk Smitha.

One of the most popular names in the South even today, Shakeela has a story that makes for a compelling tale. She rose to stardom, grabbing every producer and director’s attention in the southern film industries. She also became the first female actor in Malayalam cinema to gain such popularity back when it was a largely male dominated business.

Richa, who is known for doing experimental roles was the ultimate choice for filmmakers of the Shakeela Khan biopic.

She recently met Shakeela in Bangalore for the first time for an official meet-and-greet session. Both the real and reel Shakeela bonded together.

Shakeela shared anecdotes from her early days and her long career, giving the Fukrey actress the details she would need to play the part to perfection.