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Vaani Kapoor Debuts in Netflix’s Mythological Crime Thriller Mandala Murders

Her July 25 debut underscores the creative freedom OTT platforms offer female actors.

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Overview

  • Vaani Kapoor portrays Rhea Thomas, a sharp investigator unraveling ritualistic murders in the fictional town of Charandaspur.
  • The series, directed by Gopi Puthran and co-directed by Manan Rawat, blends Indian mythology with a gripping crime thriller format.
  • Netflix and YRF Entertainment have confirmed the series will premiere on July 25.
  • Kapoor emphasizes that streaming roles challenge traditional gender norms by providing substantive parts for women.
  • Her earlier romantic drama Abir Gulaal remains unreleased after the April 22 Pahalgam attack stalled its distribution and left its rights unsold.