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Vaani Kapoor’s ‘Mandala Murders’ Tops Netflix Charts as Actress Reflects on OTT Debut

The series’ rapid ascent has highlighted her transition from Bollywood films to a complex streaming role

Overview

  • Mandala Murders claimed the top spot on Netflix India and global non-English charts days after premiering on July 25.
  • Kapoor stars as CIB officer Rea Thomas in a mythological crime thriller that blends psychological, fantasy and procedural elements.
  • She praised director Gopi Puthran for shaping a character whose authority emerges through quiet strength and subtle internal performance.
  • Citing a scarcity of strong film scripts, Kapoor said she embraced streaming for richer character opportunities.
  • Kapoor reads every review to extract constructive feedback while guarding her self-worth against harsh criticism.