PremiumShriya Pilgaonkar joins YRF's upcoming series—is it Mandala Murders?
Shriya Pilgaonkar returns to YRF for a new series, rumoured to be Netflix’s Mandala Murders. The thriller follows detectives uncovering ritualistic killings.
Last Updated: 04.12 PM, Mar 10, 2025
Following her 2016 Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Fan, Shriya Pilgaonkar has established herself as a formidable figure in the OTT industry. Her impressive acting chops garnered her praise for roles in critically acclaimed films and OTT shows, including the Emmy-nominated Mirzapur, the British series Beecham House, Guilty Minds, Broken News, and Taaza Khabar. Director Maneesh Sharma had cast her after selecting her from 750 auditions.
Return to Yash Raj Films for a new series
With her return to Yash Raj Films (YRF) for an intriguing new series, her path has now fully circled back. After fans saw that Shriya was holding a YRF script in a recent behind-the-scenes shot she posted to social media, a flurry of speculation ensued. According to an insider in the production, Shriya will be introduced in an entirely new form, which will further heighten the interest.
Rumour has it that Vaani Kapoor, Surveen Chawla, and Gullak-famous Vaibhav Raj Gupta are all involved in the project. Indeed, based on the cast, it appears that Shriya is a part of Mandala Murders, an upcoming Netflix streaming series.
Plot of Mandala Murders
For the uninitiated, detectives Rea Thomas and Vikram Singh uncover a spooky plot of ritualistic murders connected to a hidden society that has existed for centuries in the charming and enigmatic hamlet of Charandaspur, where myth, murder, and destiny intertwine. In a chilling game of fate, the boundaries between victims, survivors, and those seeking the truth become hazy in a country of sinister prophecies.
Given her flexibility and commanding screen presence, fans are eager to see what Shriya brings to this forthcoming YRF project.
Shriya Pilgaonkar's early acting career
In the Hindi serial Tu Tu Main Main, Pilgaonkar made her television debut as a little child named Bittu when he was just five years old. Freedom Of Love, a 10-minute short play by Karan Shetty, was Pilgaonkar's stage debut in 2012. As part of its Short and Sweet Festival, the NCPA featured the play.