Mandala Murders director Gopi Puthran on Vaani Kapoor's series receiving praise: 'Wanted to create a binge-able, mind-bending series'

Mandala Murders, which is currently streaming on Netflix, has received positive responses from fans on social media. Directed by Gopi Puthran, the series follows some ritualistic murders that are linked to a centuries-old secret society and a long-buried prophecy. Amid rave reviews, filmmaker and creator Gopi reacted to the viewers' reactions and expressed his happiness. 

Gopi Puthran on Mandala Murders receiving appreciation

In a statement, Gopi Puthran shared that originality of imagination has been the cornerstone for content that breaks out, and with Mardaani to Mandala Murders, he has tried to do something new. "I have been empowered to push the envelope with every single project at YRF. I’m delighted with the response that Mandala Murders is getting from the audience," he said. 

He further added, “From being the No 1 trending show on Netflix India, to our hitting the global charts on the platform, Mandala Murders is off to a great start and it makes all of us very, very happy. I wanted to create a binge-able, mind-bending, genre-defying series with Mandala Murders. It was risky and very ambitious and I’m very happy to see the initial response to the series.”

Gopi, who is a big fan of psychological thrillers and mysteries, added that Mandala Murders was an attempt to play with the minds of the audience.

He said, “I’m a big fan of dark, moody, crime dramas that leave you on the edge of what is real, what is imagination and what is occult if it exists in today’s world.”

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Citing examples of True Detective, The Sinners, Twin Peaks, Sharp Objects, he said that these are an exploration of how the mind can push people to the edge of belief and disbelief and if Mandala Murders is doing that to audiences in India with a story and a concept that’s rooted in India and our culture, it is truly delightful.

About Mandala Murders

Mandala Murders is set in the fictional city of Charandaspur, where a series of religious murders are linked to a centuries-old secret society and a long-standing prophecy. Detectives Rea Thomas (played by Vaani Kapoor) and Vikram Singh (played by Vaibhav Raj Gupta) investigate the murders and uncover a conspiracy that blurs the lines between faith and madness. 

Mandala Murders cast

The cast of Mandala Murders features Vaani Kapoor, Vaibhav Raj Gupta, Surveen Chawla, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and others. It is produced by YRF Entertainment & created by Gopi Puthran (of Mardaani franchise fame), who also co-directed the series with Manan Rawat.

Catch Vaani Kapoor's Mandala Murders on Netflix now!

FAQs

Q: Where can I watch Mandala Murders in India?

A: Watch Mandala Murders, out now, only on Netflix.

Q: Is Mandala Murders worth watching?

A: Mandala Murders has some flaws, but the payoff is worth it. If you're a fan of thrillers, this series deserves your time. 

Q: Who was the killer in the Mandala Murders?

A: Ananya Bhardwaj, a powerful politician in Charandaspur, is revealed to be the mastermind behind the current wave of killings.