Aarya 2 preview: All you need to know about Sushmita Sen’s crime-thriller web series

What Aarya 2 is about?

The Hotstar Specials web series follows the life of a family that is connected to the drug mafia. Sushmita Sen’s Aarya is back in the action with her gangster avatar to protect her children and avenge her husband, who was killed by the actress’ own brother. 

The cast of Disney+ Hotstar’s web series.

The Sushmita starrer Aarya 2 also features Chandrachur Singh, Sikandar Kher, Ankur Bhatia, Virti Vaghani, Sugandha Garg and Vikas Kumar, who will be reprising their characters from the previous instalment. The action thriller show also adds a few new characters, one of which is being played by the Gullak fame Geetanjali Kulkarni. 

How did the show gain popularity?

The first season of Aarya gained popularity due to its phenomenal story and power-packed action. While another reason for the show's popularity was the comeback of the Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge actress in a lead role after 10 years.

Makers of the crime-drama series.

The Ram Madhvani creation has been co-created and directed by Sandeep Modi. Aarya 2 has also been co-directed by Vinod Rawat. The crime-drama show has been produced by Madhvani under the banner named Ram Madhvani Films along with Endemol Shine Group.

Sushmita Sen on her titular character in Aarya 2.

Sushmita called her character Aarya a lioness in one of the recent motion posters that was shared by the actress through her Instagram handle. The caption reads, “The sherni is back! Sabko batao! Be a share-ni (sic).”

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Accolades for Aarya.

Along with many Filmfare OTT Awards nominations such as Best Drama Series, Best Background Music, Best Original Soundtrack, Best Art Direction, Aarya was lauded internationally and bagged the nomination under International Emmy Awards for Best Drama series. 

Meanwhile, Sushmita Sen received the Filmfare OTT Awards for Best Actor – Female.

When and where to watch the upcoming web series?

Aarya 2 will be available to stream in more than five languages including Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu and more on Disney+ Hotstar from December 10.