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‘Search: The Naina Murder Case’ Streams on JioHotstar as Creators Detail Casting and Setting

The team says they set out to deliver a character-led mystery anchored by Konkona Sen Sharma in an unfamiliar urban setting.

Overview

  • The crime series premiered on October 10 on JioHotstar, directed by Rohan Sippy and produced by Applause Entertainment.
  • Sippy credits Applause for casting Konkona Sen Sharma as the investigating officer and says the role is a fresh turn for her.
  • Applause CCO Deepak Segal says Navi Mumbai was selected for its planned layout and Thane Creek backwaters, steering clear of overused Mumbai landmarks.
  • Sippy describes a balance of whodunit twists with character-driven storytelling, emphasizing the cops’ chemistry, multiple suspects and the lead’s personal strains.
  • Applause outlines its approach to localizing international formats and its ongoing collaboration with Sippy, with Surya Sharma, Shiv Pandit and Shraddha Das in key roles.