- By Akshat Sundrani
- Wed, 15 Nov 2023 02:17 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Dhootha on OTT: Ever since its announcement, the much-anticipated Telugu series 'Dhootha', starring Naga Chaitanya, has garnered considerable attention. Directed by Vikram K. Kumar, it is recognized as a supernatural suspense-thriller. Produced by Sharrath Marar under NorthStar Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., 'Dhootha' marks Naga Chaitanya Akkineni's debut in the OTT realm. The eight-episode series boasts an impressive ensemble cast, featuring powerful performances by Parvathy Thiruvothu, Priya Bhavani Shankar, and Prachi Desai in significant roles.
In the series, Naga Chaitanya plays the character Sagar, an aspiring and accomplished journalist confronted by supernatural occurrences that connect to numerous enigmatic and horrific deaths, casting an ominous pall over his family. This intense thriller will premiere on Prime Video in India and across over 240 countries and territories globally on December 1.
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Talking about the series, Aparna Purohit, head of Originals, India & Southeast Asia, Prime Video said, "We're thrilled to broaden our regional portfolio with Dhootha, our first long-format Telugu Original. Helmed by national award-winning director Vikram Kumar, the series unfolds as an atmospheric, supernatural thriller - a mesmerizing tapestry of tension and mystery that holds viewers spellbound until the very end. What adds to the allure is our outstanding cast, led by Naga Chaitanya Akkineni, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Priya Bhavani Shankar, and Prachi Desai. Their performances breathe life into the intricately layered and unpredictable narrative."
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Sharrath Marar, producer, NorthStar Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., said, "Dhootha is one of the most ambitious Telugu series, that is a result of countless hours of preparation, immense dedication, and tireless efforts. From the very beginning, we knew we’d have to go above and beyond to realize the full potential of a concept and story as deep, detailed, and elaborate as Vikram envisioned. And we’re thrilled to have the confidence of Naga Chaitanya Akkineni to make his streaming debut with Dhootha, and three extraordinary female protagonists who play such crucial roles in the series. Thanks to Prime Video for taking the series to a worldwide audience, who will now be able to watch and enjoy the exceptional performances in a series unlike any before, in an unpredictable story that will leave them wanting even more."