The trailer of Prajakta Koli, Karanvir Malhotra and Priya Bapat’s supernatural thriller Andhera was unveiled by the makers on Thursday. The eight-episode series is written by Gaurav Desai, Raaghav Dar, Chintan Sarda, and Karan Anshuman, and directed by Raaghav Dar. It also stars Surveen Chawla, Vatsal Sheth, Parvin Dabas, and Pranay Pachauri in pivotal roles.
Set against the dazzling skyline of Mumbai, the trailer introduces Karanvir as a medical student who sees some mysterious happenings around him and decides to take the help of Prajakta’s character who seems to be a paranormal investigator. The two go to the cops where Inspector Kalpana Kadam (Priya) takes on the case of a young woman's disappearance and starts a trail to find what happened to her. Their investigation unearths a sinister force hiding in the shadows. There are visuals of jump scares and an evil slowly taking control.
As per a press release, “Andhera weaves a chilling investigative drama with atmospheric supernatural horror, promising an immersive, edge-of-the-seat visual experience.”
Speaking about the show, Raaghav said, “The idea was never to rely on conventional horror tropes, but to explore fear as something far more psychological—something that stems from ambition, guilt, and the secrets we bury deep within. We built a world where horror emerges from the choices people make, where science and the supernatural intersect in disturbing ways. At its core, Andhera is about the darkness we carry, often unknowingly. And through this series, we wanted to hold a mirror to that inner chaos, while also delivering a gripping, edge-of-the-seat ride. It’s horror, yes, but with a purpose, and a pulse that feels very real.”
Prajakta added, “I was instantly intrigued by the world of Andhera. It’s a psychological horror story, but at its core, it’s about the survival of the mind, of truth, and of identity. My character is impulsive, bold, and often skeptical, yet she’s also deeply affected by what she can’t explain. Being part of a story that is so eerie yet emotionally layered has been an unforgettable experience. I genuinely can’t wait for audiences to get pulled into this world and see how the mystery slowly unfolds."
Produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Kassim Jagmagia, Mohit Shah, and Karan Anshuman under the banner of Excel Entertainment, Andhera is set to be released on Prime Video on August 14.