I enjoyed watching Tisca Chopra in different characters. After Jugjugg Jeeyo, I was curious to know what the actor would pick next. And today I have the answers. The actress will be seen in Dahan: Raakan Ka Rahasya, as an IAS officer who sets out to find the truth in the face of doom. The story is based on a dark tale of myths and superstition. The series also stars Saurabh Shukla, Rajesh Tailang, Mukesh Tiwari, Ankur Nayyar, Rohan Joshi and Lehar Khan.
You can check out the promo here:
As I saw the trailer I got to know that the series features paranormal occurrences in a quaint, rustic village of Shilaspura, also known as the ‘The Land of The Dead’. It has been directed by Vikranth Pawar and written by Nisarg Mehta, Shiva Bajpai and Nikhil Nair.
On being the part of the series, Tisca says…
What I love most about Dahan – Raakan ka Rahasya is how it captures raw fear as each character faces their own demons. Avani Raut, my character, fights personal and professional battles when she is caught in the crossfire of superstition and the supernatural and resin and practicality on the other. The show puts the character Avani Raut on a quest by drawing parallels between her external and internal fears, which all of us confront. It’s been an absolute delight to bring Dahan and Avani to the audiences. I’m extremely proud to bring this layered gray character on a prestigious platform like Disney+ Hotstar
On choosing this subject, director Vikranth Pawar shares…
With Dahan – Raakan ka Rahasya, we set out to create a show where the audience experiences how mythical and supernatural elements can come together to create fear in people’s minds. Aside from the characters and the plot, the mise-en-scene was also used to contribute to the mystic essence of this supernatural thriller. The show’s unique pace keeps the viewer hooked until the mystery surrounding Shilaspura is uncovered. I’m extremely delighted to have associated with Disney+ Hotstar to bring this story to life and to a wide audience.
The show touches upon society, its beliefs and challenges its characters to face their deepest and darkest fears. It takes off when a mining expedition threatens the village fabled with a temple that legends say can unleash a deadly curse when harmed. But an IAS officer sets out on a mission to battle age-old superstitions that shroud the village in the face of mysterious killings and disappearances. Shot across Rajasthan’s uniquely rugged landscapes, the story spells catharsis with cursed caves, hidden treasures and generational secrets.
Elaborating more on his character, Saurabh Shukla says…
Dahan – Raakan ka Rahasya, as a show, meticulously brings together a tale of myths, legends and superstitions. Playing Pramukh puts me in the eye of the strong beliefs surrounding the village and its residents. One element that makes this character stand out is that he fears what he worships, but is too scared to break the chain. I can’t wait to see how the audience responds to it when the show releases on Disney+ Hotstar.
I am quite excited to know what IAS office Avni Raut unravels on this mission. The nine episode series will be released on 16th September 2022.