The poster of ‘Murder in Mahim’
Actors Ashutosh Rana and Vijay Raaz are developing with an investigative drama series ‘Murder in Mahim’.
As per an announcement, the series is a social commentary that explores the chilling homicide thriller and the underbelly of Mumbai, highlighting the reconciliation of a misplaced friendship between Peter (Ashutosh Rana) and Jende (Vijay Raaz). It is tailored from a critically-acclaimed ebook by writer Jerry Pinto. Raj Acharya has directed the present, which additionally stars Shivani Raghuvanshi and Shivaji Satam in pivotal roles.
Set in opposition to the backdrop of a ugly homicide at Mahim station, the series exhibits Peter embroiled in this sinister investigation. The stakes are raised when his son, Sunil, turns into a suspect in the case. Amidst this, Peter and Jende are drawn right into a world of secret needs, blackmail, and unstated love as they monitor down the killer, confronting their private biases alongside the best way.
Sharing extra particulars about his function in the present, Ashutosh Rana mentioned, “When it’s about complex roles, I’m the most excited. Peter is one such character. Peter’s inner struggle amid the complexities of the murder investigation allowed me to add depth to the character. It is not just a profound murder mystery, it’s layered with so many significant plots that mirror the social stigmas around caste, gender and sexuality, with rare sensitivity. That’s the beauty of this show.”
Vijay Raaz additionally shared, “The most fascinating aspect of Jende’s character is the various shades of his persona. My effort was to bring a humane touch to this character, which is evident in the investigation scenes, but at the same time, there is aggression on the personal front which comes out in front of his family. So, it was exciting to etch out the emotional arc of my character and bring an entire gamut of emotions on screen. Working on a show like Murder in Mahim is a rare experience. The entire team has put their heart and soul on this show, hope the audience will enjoy watching it.”
‘Murder in Mahim’ will be out on JioCinema on May 10.