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As ‘Paatal Lok 2’ Tops Indian Charts, Its Creator and Star Talk Show’s Evolution and if There Will Be a Third Season: ‘I Haven’t Made Up My Mind Yet’


Prime Video's 'Paatal Lok' Season 2 drew 7.2 million viewers in its first week as its creator and star reflect on the series' success.

The series, produced by Clean Slate Filmz in association with Eunoia Films, marks the return of its acclaimed cast including Ahlawat, Ishwak Singh and Gul Panag, with new additions Tillotama Shome, Nagesh Kukunoor and Jahnu Barua in pivotal roles. Set against the backdrop of the northeastern Indian state of Nagaland, the new season follows Hathi Ram as he teams up with his trusted ally, Imran Ansari (Singh), to investigate the disappearance of a migrant worker tied to a dangerous drug syndicate. The hard-hitting crime thriller drew flak for its portrayal of caste and religious divides, sparking legal notices and boycott calls, yet its razor-sharp social commentary kept audiences hooked.

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