Apoorva Arora plays a rich South Bombay girl who falls for a chawl boy in ‘Ilaka’

Mumbai: Actress Apoorva Arora, known for her work across Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Kannada cinema, is all set to portray the character of Aviva in the upcoming series Ilaka.

Aviva is a wealthy young woman from South Bombay who unexpectedly falls in love with a boy from a Mumbai chawl. But her story isn’t just a romantic one — she’s someone who looks beyond class and status, valuing people for who they truly are. Her rare and sincere heart sets her apart.

While Apoorva is tight-lipped about the plot’s twists and surprises, she did share that the bond between Aviva and her boyfriend brings a sense of hope and warmth in an otherwise dark and chaotic world.

She told IANS, “Aviva is this really rich girl from South Bombay who’s dating a boy from the chawl. She doesn’t care about social status — she sees people for who they really are. That’s how pure her heart is. There’s so much mystery and thrill in the show that I can’t say much without spoiling it, but her relationship with her boyfriend is like a ray of sunshine in a very complicated world.”

The newly released trailer offers a glimpse into a world full of deception, hidden intentions, and layered characters. At the center is Apoorva’s captivating portrayal of Aviva, who might just emerge as the emotional core amid the chaos.

As the series progresses, audiences will uncover more about Aviva’s layered personality and the complex relationships she navigates. Ilaka promises a gripping blend of love, tension, and a slow-burning mystery that unfolds with each episode.

With inputs from IANS