Patralekhaa and Pratik Gandhi are gearing up for the release of 'Phule' on April 11 in theatres. Directed by Ananth Mahadevan, the film stars Pratik as Mahatma Jyotirao Phule and Patralekhaa as his wife, Savitribai Phule. Ahead of the release of this historically significant film, actress Patralekhaa shared her journey of embodying the role of Savitribai Phule and the effortless bond she shared while working with Pratik and Ananth. In this exclusive conversation with ETimes, the actress also shed light on some of the most iconic characters and films in recent times that have inspired her. Read excerpts from the interview below.
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