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About Kankhajura
In the crime-drama thriller ‘Kankhajura’ starring Roshan Mathew, Mohit Raina, and Sarah Jane Dias, Ashu’s return after being imprisoned shatters his brother Max’s life. Bound by blood and fractured by crime, the two are ensnared in a shadowy web of secrets and ruthless predators as they confront their tangled past. Bringing to you Kankhajura – Andar se khaneko tayyar hai!
Official Trailer
Decent Watch | Reviews Counted: 6
✓ Positive: 6
~ Neutral: 0
✗ Negative: 0
Reviews From All Critics
Rating: 3.5/5 · Times of India ·
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After 14 years in prison, Ashu is freed under a deal with the police. Rejected by his powerful real estate tycoon brother Max, Ashu vows revenge on him and those who bullied and harmed him in the past.
Rating: 4.0/5 · Hindustan Times ·
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We often hear viewers (and even critics) lament the absence of original stories. Many cringe at remakes, labelling them lazy. But Kankhajura is anything but lazy. It is original, too, marrying the essence of Magpie with the soul of Goa and the heart of desi storytelling. This show proves that if done right, even a remake can be one of the best shows of the year.
Rating: 3.0/5 · Iwmbuzz ·
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‘Kankhajura’ is a Hindi adaptation of the Israeli show Magpie, but some changes have been made to it according to the Indian audience, which makes it more impressive. This story, set in the backdrop of Goa, attracts attention not only because of the location but also because of the complexity of its characters.
Rating: 3.0/5 · Filmfare ·
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Rating: 4.0/5 · Flickonclick ·
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The Adaptation: This is where Kankhajura really deserves credit. SonyLIV’s adaptation of Israeli drama ‘Magpie’ doesn’t just copy-paste the original story. Directors Chandan Arora and writers Upendra Sidhaye have localized the narrative brilliantly, maintaining the psychological complexity of the original while adding Indian cultural nuances that make the family conflict more relatable.
Rating: 3.0/5 · India ·
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While it may not qualify as a perfect 10/10 crime thriller, Kankhajura is a thoughtful, character-driven drama with enough intrigue and emotional depth to keep you invested throughout the series.
Production Details & Cast
Starring Cast: Roshan Mathew, Mohit Raina, Sarah-Jane Dias, Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju
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Critical Consensus: Across 6 published reviews, Kankhajura Season 1 settled at a 3.4/5 average (Decent Watch). Hindustan Times was the most enthusiastic at 4.0/5; Iwmbuzz landed lowest at 3.0/5. 6 positive, 0 mixed, 0 negative overall.