A part of the digital initiative by ALT Balaji, the online streaming show is a contemporary take on the famous Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay novel of the same name where Devdas is woman.
"It's a fun, young modern twist to a classic story, with its role reversal - different and quirky, new age and very exciting," said Akhil in a statement.
He added that it was fascinating for him to portray a male Paro and a fun experience to work with director Ken Ghosh.
While Akhil plays Paro, actor Sanjay Suri joined the cast to play the male version of Devdas' other love interest, Chandramukhi.
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