New Delhi: Sonakshi Sinha, Vijay Varma starrer web series ‘Dahaad’ premiered on Prime Video on May 12. The series has been getting positive responses from viewers. The series, directed by Reema Kagti and Ruchika Oberoi, marks the web series debut of Sonakshi Sinha, who will be seen essaying a fierce cop chasing serial murders.


'Dahaad' is an eight-part crime drama that follows sub-inspector Anjali Bhaati and her colleagues in a small-town police station. It all starts when a series of women are mysteriously found dead in public bathrooms, and sub-inspector Bhaati is tasked with the investigation. At first, the deaths appear to be clear-cut suicides, but as the cases unravel, Bhaati begins to suspect that a serial killer is on the loose. What follows is a riveting game of cat and mouse between a seasoned criminal and an underdog cop, as she pieces together evidence before another innocent woman loses her life.   


With all episodes now streaming on Prime Video, here are five reasons why this series can be on your weekend binge-list.


Zoya Akhtar-Reema Kagti's power-packed duo
Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti have time and again proven their prowess with stories that are not just exciting to watch, but are also subtly laced with depth and understanding of the human mind, that they stay with the viewers for a long time. Dappling across genres with 'Made in Heaven', 'Gully Boy', 'Dil Dhadakne D'o, etc. It will be refreshing to watch them come together for an edge-of-the-seat thriller. 


 Edge-of-your-seat drama 
The gripping screenplay, the story's buildup, and well-acted and well-directed narrative make ‘Dahaad’ an engaging watch. The creators have ensured that audiences are involved scene-by-scene alongside the characters as they unfold the layers of the crime. 


 Sonakshi Sinha's OTT debut 
With 'Dahaad', Sonakshi has added a first-of-its-kind role to her career. Anjali Bhaati is different from any other character she has played before. 


Empowering female narrative 
Written, directed, conceptualized, and headlined by strong women, 'Dahaad' is a story that truly shines a spotlight on the gravitas that women hold in society. The show also feels like a firm pat on the back of all ladies who are pulling their socks every day to fight the gender battles of the world. 


Powerful ensemble cast 
Sonakshi Sinha, Vijay Varma, Gulshan Devaiah, and Sohum Shah have come together to deliver an engaging story.