Prime Video Detective Series Raakh Becomes Global Hit
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According to a report from Collider, the eight-part Hindi-language detective thriller series "Raakh" has entered the global Prime Video most-watched list after its debut on June 12. The show is based on the infamous Ranga-Billa case, in which two siblings were kidnapped and murdered in New Delhi in 1978. The series follows the investigating officer's pursuit of the kidnappers and stars Ali Fazal in the lead role. Fazal is known internationally for appearing in films such as Furious 7, Victoria & Abdul, Death on the Nile, and Kandahar. The show also focuses on the family of the kidnapped children, with parents played by Aamir Bashir and Sonali Bendre. "Raakh" currently holds a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes based on five reviews. The series is described as appealing to fans of films like Prisoners, Split, and Zodiac, as well as the Netflix series Mindhunter.
What’s reported
"Raakh" debuted on Prime Video on June 12.
The show is based on the 1978 Ranga-Billa case in New Delhi, where two siblings were kidnapped and murdered.
Ali Fazal stars as the investigating officer.
Aamir Bashir and Sonali Bendre play the parents of the kidnapped children.
The series has a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score from five reviews.
The show entered Prime Video's global most-watched list, according to FlixPatrol.
Key figures
Ali Fazal: lead actor (known for Furious 7, Victoria & Abdul, Death on the Nile, Kandahar)
Aamir Bashir: actor playing the father
Sonali Bendre: actress playing the mother
Sources: collider.com
