Sanjay Leela Bhansali has begun shooting for Gangubai Kathiawadi, which marks his first collaboration with Alia Bhatt. The film, based on Hussain Zaidi's book Mafia Queens of Mumbai, will be high on drama and intensity and will narrate the tale of the eponymous character's journey from the streets of Mumbai to becoming the city's most dreaded woman.

The storyline has made Alia's job tougher. The actress, after being made to learn cuss words, will not be getting into eye-catching costumes or a second chance for dubbing. Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, a source said, "Her clothes would be coarse and practical, and her look would be minimalistic. There will be no concession to glamour this time. She won't have a second chance while dubbing. Her dialogue delivery while shooting would be final."