The crime thriller web series Manvat Murders starring Ashutosh Gowariker is scheduled to be premiered on OTT platform SonyLIV (OTTPlay Premium) on October 4. The series has been gaining much attention as real events inspire the plot. The story revolves around the brutal murders that shook Maharashtra in the 1970s. Today, on September 25, the streaming platform dropped another captivating promo as they introduced Ashutosh's character as DCP Ramakant Kulkarni who is set to find the truth behind the brutal killings. 

Manvat Murders new promo ft. Ahutosh Gowariker

On September 25, SonyLIV took to their official Instagram handle and dropped a new promo. In this clip, we get introduced to Ashutosh Gowariker's character who will be seen playing the role of DCP Ramakant Kulkarni. He is all set to unravel the mystery of the brutal killings.

Ashutosh will be seen unwavering commitment to unraveling the most complex cases and be challenged to solve a series of mysterious murders in rural Maharashtra in the 1970s.

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Sharing the video, the streaming platform captioned it, "Join DCP Ramakant Kulkarni on a gripping investigation into the sinister Manvat Murders. As he delves deeper, he navigates a tangled web of deceit and betrayal, racing against time to expose the shocking truth behind the brutal killings."

Ashutosh Gowariker on his role in Manvat Murders

After his last series, Kaala Paani (2023), Mid Day asked the actor to share his feelings of facing the camera for Manvat Murders. Gowariker shared that playing Kulkarni, who was famous for solving the Raman Raghav case, is the most fortunate thing that has happened to him. He also added that the book Footprints on the Sands of Crime gave them a glimpse into his method, his meticulousness, and how he dealt with suspects and coerced confessions.

Meanwhile, during his preparation in January of 2024, the actor had an opportunity to meet the Kulkarni's family. He met Anita Bhogle, Ramakant Kulkarni's daughter, and her husband Harsha Bhogle to fully comprehend the character—his demeanor, actions, and convictions. 

Produced by Storyteller’s Nook (Mahesh Kothare and Adinath Kothare) and created by Girish Joshi, Manvat Murders is directed by Ashish Bende.

Based on Ramakant S. Kulkarni's autobiographical work, "Footprints on the Sand of Crime", the show features an ensemble cast, including Ashutosh Gowariker, Makarand Anaspure, Sonali Kulkarni, and Sai Tamhankar in the lead roles.

Manvat Murders will be released on SonyLIV on October 4. You can also watch it with your OTTPlay Premium subscription. 

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