Earlier this Thursday, Prime Video announced that its upcoming series Isakapatnam is slated to release on July 02, Thursday. Starring Samuthirakani and Aishwarya Rajesh, among others, the series is directed by Garry BH from a screenplay by Prashant Ragathi, with dialogues by Tajuddin Syed.
Described as a "gritty, power-packed drama," the series is produced by Rahul Tamada and Saideep Reddy Borra under the Tamada Media Productions banner. Set in the fictional port town of Isakapatnam, it explores family feuds and warfare between gangsters, in addition to incorporating elements of a political drama.
The cast also includes Sunil, Naresh Agastya, Merin Philip, Sudhakar Komakula, Rajeev Kanakala, Mime Gopi, Rohini, Banerjee, Jwala Koti, Ravi Varma, and Raja Chembolu.
Speaking about it, Nikhil Madhok, the Director and Head of Originals at Prime Video India, shared, "We have an incredibly rich library of Originals across our South slate, with stories spanning languages, genres, and themes that resonate with diverse audiences not only in India but also around the world. We are further expanding this slate with Isakapatnam, a gritty, revenge-fueled crime saga that blends a compelling narrative with layered, relatable characters, promising to keep the audience hooked with unpredictable twists and turns."
Nikhil added, "The series brings this raw and immersive world to life on screen with remarkable detail, led by stellar performances from Samuthirakani and Aishwarya, alongside a talented ensemble cast under Garry's expert direction. Tamada has been an excellent collaborator with whom we have created such a cinematic and authentic production that we truly believe audiences worldwide will enjoy when it premieres exclusively on Prime Video."
On the other hand, producers Rahul and Saideep shared, "While Isakapatnam has the intensity and grit of a revenge thriller, at its heart it is a story about personal loss, loyalty, family feuds, and political conflict, themes that we believe are intriguing and entertaining for a global audience. At its core, the series is rooted in authenticity, with every detail—from the recreation of a port town to the characters and narrative—contributing to a rich and immersive storytelling experience. We are delighted to collaborate with Prime Video to bring this powerful, emotionally charged story to audiences across India and around the world when it premieres on July 2."
The series will available on the streamer also with dubs in Hindi and Tamil.