The trailer for the upcoming series Raakh,featuring Sonali Bendre, Ali Fazal,and Aamir Bashir,was released on Monday, generating significant buzz. Set in late 1970s in Delhi, the gripping preview opens with a haunting question: "Bacche kab se gayab hain?"—a line that captures essence of parental dread.
Directed by Prosit Roy, who also serves as executive producer, Raakh is crafted by Anusha Nandakumar and Sandeep Saket,with dialogue penned by Ayush Trivedi. The series promises a blend of intense character exploration and a gripping police procedural, featuring a strong supporting cast that includes Akash Makhija, Ramandeep Yadav, Divya Sharma, Vivaan Sharma, Anshul Chauhan,Rakesh Bedi,and Dibyendu Bhattacharya.
Ali Fazal,portraying SI Jayprakash, expressed his initial surprise at the depth of the narrative. He anticipated a standard crime thriller but found himself captivated by the script's complexity. "Anusha,Sandeep, and Prosit have woven story that is layered, emotionally intense,and packed with gritty realism," he remarked. He described his character as an introverted cop navigating a tumultuous political landscape,emphasizing that the series is as much about character study as it is about crime-solving.
In her role as Mona Arora, Sonali Bendre shared her excitement about project . She noted that Raakh arrived at a time when she was particularly selective about her roles. "What drew me to it was how layered and emotionally complex it is," she stated . Bendre highlighted the series' dual nature as both a thriller and a deeply human story, allowing her to explore new emotional dimensions as an actress. She found experience of portraying Mona,a character embodying both vulnerability and strength,to be incredibly fulfilling.
As anticipation builds for its release on Prime Video,Raakh aims to resonate with audiences not just in India but globally. combination of a compelling narrative,strong performances,and a rich historical backdrop positions it as a noteworthy addition to contemporary Indian storytelling.
