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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shriya Pilgaonkar Returns To YRF With Mythological Crime Series Mandala Murders
The show is a first-of-its-kind mythological crime thriller that promises to pull audiences into a world where every clue leads deeper into a long-buried prophecy. Shriya Pilgaonkar is currently awaiting the release of her upcoming web series, Mandala Murders, with Vaani Kapoor, Suvreen Chawla and Vaibhav Raj Gupta. Backed by Yash Raj Films and created by Gopi Purthan, the show will arrive on the OTT platform Netflix on July 25. Ahead of its release, Shriya talked about the show and expressed happiness in collaborating with the production house, YRF, once again, after her debut film, Fan (2016). She said in a statement, 'I am thrilled to reunite with YRF after my debut with Fan. Collaborating with the fantastic Mandala Murders crew has been an exciting adventure. This character is unlike anything I've ever played before, an entirely different avatar, and I'm grateful to Adi Sir and Gopi Sir for entrusting me with this part," as quoted by Telegraph India. According to Netflix, the show is a first-of-its-kind mythological crime thriller that promises to pull audiences into a world where every clue leads deeper into a long-buried prophecy. Details regarding the actress' character are not yet disclosed. Vaani, on the other hand, will be seen playing the role of detective, Rea Thomas, investigating a string of strange murders. On Monday, the makers dropped a new poster of Mandala Murders and announced its official streaming date. Sharing the post on Instagram, YRF wrote in the caption, 'Har vardaan mein ek shraap chhupa hai, mol chukane ka waqt jald aane wala hai. Watch Mandala Murders, out 25 July, only on Netflix." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) Coming back to Shriya, she made her big screen debut with the action thriller film Fan in 2016 opposite superstar Shah Rukh Khan. She recently garnered appreciation for her performance in the thriller web show, Chhal Kapat: The Deception. In this series, she played SP Devika Rathore, a bright and intelligent police officer investigating a serious crime. The show also featured celebs like Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das and Yahhve Sharma in significant roles. Besides this, she has also been a part of a number of web shows like Mirzapur, Taaza Khabar, The Broken News, The Great Indian Bride and Crackdown, among others. First Published:


India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Shriya Pilgaonkar Reunites With YRF For Netflix Thriller Mandala Murders!
New Delhi: Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar is making headlines once again, as she is set to collaborate with Yash Raj Films (YRF) for an exciting new Netflix show titled 'Mandala Murders Mol Chukana Padega.' This marks a significant reunion for Pilgaonkar and YRF, as she made her Bollywood debut with their production 'Fan' in 2016, starring alongside Shah Rukh Khan. Mandala Murders On Netflix While details about her role in Mandala Murders are still under wraps, reports suggest she will be seen in a "never-seen-before avatar," adding an intriguing layer to the gripping thriller series. The show, which also features Vaani Kapoor, Surveen Chawla, and Vaibhav Raj Gupta, promises intense action and intricate storytelling as detectives uncover murders connected to a hidden society. This return to the YRF banner for a Netflix venture highlights Shriya's evolving journey and her growing prominence in the OTT space. Speaking about her reunion with the production house that launched her Bollywood journey, Shriya expressed, "Absolutely thrilled to reunite with YRF after they launched me in Fan. Collaborating with the incredible team of Mandala Murders has been such an exciting journey. This character is unlike anything I've portrayed before — a completely different avatar — and I'm truly grateful to Adi Sir and Gopi Sir for trusting me with this role." This collaboration follows closely after her recent critically acclaimed show, 'Chhal Kapat: The Deception.' In this series, Shriya Pilgaonkar took on the challenging role of SP Devika Rathore, a sharp and intuitive police officer investigating an intense crime. The actress got a lot of praise and accolades from her admirers for her performance. Now, Fans and critics alike eagerly await her performance in 'Mandala Murders', anticipating yet another memorable portrayal from the talented actress.
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First Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Shriya Pilgaonkar on Netflix and YRF's 'Mandala Murders': 'They launched me with Shah Rukh Khan's Fan and...'
While details about her role in Mandala Murders are still under wraps, reports suggest she will be seen in a 'never-seen-before avatar,' adding an intriguing layer to the gripping thriller series read more Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar is making headlines once again, as she is set to collaborate with Yash Raj Films for an exciting new Netflix show titled 'Mandala Murders Mol Chukana Padega.' This marks a significant reunion for Pilgaonkar and YRF, as she made her Bollywood debut with their production 'Fan' in 2016, starring alongside Shah Rukh Khan. While details about her role in Mandala Murders are still under wraps, reports suggest she will be seen in a 'never-seen-before avatar,' adding an intriguing layer to the gripping thriller series. The show, which also features Vaani Kapoor, Surveen Chawla, and Vaibhav Raj Gupta, promises intense action and intricate storytelling as detectives uncover murders connected to a hidden society. This return to the YRF banner for a Netflix venture highlights Shriya's evolving journey and her growing prominence in the OTT space. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Speaking about her reunion with the production house that launched her Bollywood journey, Shriya expressed, 'Absolutely thrilled to reunite with YRF after they launched me in Fan. Collaborating with the incredible team of Mandala Murders has been such an exciting journey. This character is unlike anything I've portrayed before — a completely different avatar — and I'm truly grateful to Adi Sir and Gopi Sir for trusting me with this role.' This collaboration follows closely after her recent critically acclaimed show, 'Chhal Kapat: The Deception.' In this series, Shriya Pilgaonkar took on the challenging role of SP Devika Rathore, a sharp and intuitive police officer investigating an intense crime. The actress got a lot of praise and accolades from her admirers for her performance. Now, Fans and critics alike eagerly await her performance in 'Mandala Murders', anticipating yet another memorable portrayal from the talented actress.


India Today
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Shriya Pilgaonkar: Compliments alone won't get you work; other factors also at play
Actor Shriya Pilgaonkar, who recently earned praise for her performance as a cop in the series 'Chhal Kapat', opened up about the realities of working in the entertainment industry. The actor shared that while adulations can be gratifying, it takes much more than compliments to sustain a career. In an exclusive chat with India Today, Shriya also addressed the cancellation of her show 'Guilty Minds', even when it was appreciated by fans and critics PROJECTS BEING STALLEDIn a time when people are craving good content, Pilgaonkar said that it's disheartening when an acclaimed project gets stalled. Expressing her honest emotions, she said, "I'll be lying if I said I didn't feel bad that we didn't have a season 2, because I felt like we deserved one." However, the actor was quick to point out that many decisions are made behind closed doors, driven by a blend of creative and commercial said, 'There's the creative side and then there's the commerce part of it. The hope is that both blends, because there's no point making something good if there's no money to market it. Marketing is very important. The industry is going through its own evolution. When streaming platforms entered, there was a surge, and more risks were taken. Then they pulled back. It's a constant ebb and flow." Caption: A poster of Shriya Pilgaonkar's Chhal Kapat. advertisementON BREAKING LABELSShriya Pilgaonkar added that she is now setting her sights on films, and is keen to break free from labels. She also spoke about the perils of being 'overexposed', stating, 'It's very easy to be slotted as just a series actor. The industry is waiting to slot you. My shows have been spaced out across the years, so I don't really qualify as overexposed. If you were seeing me on pap pages every day, that would mean overexposure. If it's work, and it's new characters, it's a different tale."The actor shared that she is currently in discussions for a couple of film projects and is also actively developing content explained, 'There are genres I want to explore that I haven't had the chance to. If certain parts aren't coming my way, I have to be creative and find ways to do them. Just because someone is saying they like you as an actor, that's not enough to get you work. There are so many other factors involved. You have to think of it as showbiz."ON PAP CULTURE IN INDIAGoing back on the topic of visibility and celebrity culture, Shriya discussed the pap culture trend in India, and how many young actors have managed to make careers out of these for them; that's their dream and their path. But for me, being known as an actor first is important. I want to work all my life, not just be discussed for a short period," she asked about her equations with the paparazzi, the actor smiled to say, "I love the paps. I have had comfortable experiences where boundaries were respected. Of course, they have their favourites, who they want to chase, and that's fine. Today, when you present yourself as an actor, there are many elements beyond your craft that are part of your work. I treat that as work too; judgement need not be there,' Shriya Pilgaonkar 'Chhal Kapat' is streaming on ZEE5.- Ends


Business Upturn
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
ZEE5's Chhal Kapat is a Hindi Web Series That Turns Every Truth into a Ticking Time Bomb
Make yourself ready for an emotional ride and a suspenseful murder mystery, as ZEE5 unveils another exciting original. ZEE5's Hindi series 'Chhal Kapat: The Deception' breaks the mould of normal crime shows. It mixes stories about friends, people who betray each other, and hidden secrets that come to light. The show reveals dark truths that nobody sees coming! Now, let's discuss what about Chhal Kapat makes it worth putting on your watchlist and outstanding among Hindi crime thrillers. Amazing Crew and Cast Shriya Pilgaonkar takes on the key role of Inspector Devika Rathore, a curious cop who is sharp and has long lapses in her memory because of her past. Normally, as a law enforcement officer, Shriya would lean towards stereotypes, but she chose to break from that in this film. Devika, played by her, is not afraid to swear, has a clouded sense of right and wrong, and is very sharp in her thinking. This latest Hindi web series on ZEE5 packs its story with eight actors who play friends with dark secrets! Kamya, Ragini, Tuhina, and Yahhve bring their characters to life. Pranay, Smaran, Anuj, and Keshav fill out this group of possible bad guys. Shriya Pilgaonkar's Life and Recent Projects In Chhal Kapat: The Deception, Shriya Pilgaonkar steps out of her comfort zone by playing a police officer. The writers made Inspector Devika Rathore complex in her morality and emotions, which matches the unique talent of Shriya Saran. After winning praise for her work in Guilty Minds and The Broken News, she keeps experimenting and expanding her range of roles. This big job shows how much people like her work. The film world sees her as a top star with fresh ideas. People who make movies now look up to Shriya. Her name means something big in movies today! ZEE5 Hindi web series: A Wedding Becomes a Mystery Where a Murder Occurs At the beginning of the ZEE5 Hindi web series, there is a joyful wedding in Burhanpur that fills everyone with happiness and song. The psychological state of the guests does not last long when they sense that something is wrong, as the bride's best friend turns up dead in suspicious circumstances. The party meant for fun turns into a big mess! Police show up! Inspector Devika Rathore jumps on the case. She hunts for clues while wedding guests tell lies to her face. These people who call themselves friends hide dark secrets from each other! The story shows what happens when friends face tough times. These wedding guests kept their real feelings buried deep down. But now? Their true faces show! Things they never wanted anyone to know burst into the open at the worst time. The truth crashes their perfect party just when nobody expects it! Besides challenging Devika at work, the investigation compels everyone to face hard truths and unexpected challenges. What Makes the Hindi Web Series on ZEE5 Chhal Kapat Different? Chhal Kapat—The Deception fits within the crime thriller and mystery profile, but it stands out because of its special storytelling and the way it builds characters, compared to other Hindi web series on ZEE5 and elsewhere. A lead character with mixed morals Inspector Devika Rathore is not a standard good-guy-bad-guy character. Her flaws are obvious; she has many arguments with people, and her background gives her personality more complexity. Thanks to this complication, the genre is kept fresh, giving viewers a main character who is easy to connect with and who is difficult to figure out. Close and Cramped Area The wedding gathering in a small town plays a big role in creating tension in the show. Because the characters are together all the time, the low tension makes it hard for viewers to trust anyone. Help Women Gain Power This show puts a woman in the driver's seat – not some man! Inspector Devika Rathore breaks the rules. Other crime shows have guys solving crimes. Not this one! Shriya plays a tough cop who tackles the hard case. She shows no fear. She makes her own rules! Feelings Hide Under Clues You want to solve the mystery. But the show digs deeper! It shows how friends trust and hurt each other. Old actions from the past jump up and bite people now. The story twists and turns with each new secret that pops out! Final Verdict ZEE5's Hindi show 'Chhal Kapat: The Deception' stands out from the pack. It flips the crime story on its head! A wedding should bring joy – but this one brings murder! The happy face of the wedding hides dark secrets underneath. Shriya Pilgaonkar makes Inspector Devika come alive on screen. You feel like you know her! The cast brings their best work. The camera work pulls you right into the story. The plot keeps you guessing until the end. Watch this if boring murder shows put you to sleep! This one wakes you up! If you like thrillers full of interesting people and difficult decisions, you'll love watching this. The series premiered in June 2025; you can watch it first on ZEE5. There's much suspense, mystery, and story ahead. Ahmedabad Plane Crash