Andhera is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language supernatural horror thriller web series available on Amazon Prime Video, created by Gaurav Desai and directed by Raaghav Dar. Produced by Excel Entertainment, the eight-episode first season premiered on August 14, 2025.
Premise
Set in Mumbai, the story follows:
- Inspector Kalpana Kadam (Priya Bapat)
- Jay (Karanvir Malhotra), a troubled medical student
They get involved in a missing-person case that reveals a dark, evil force hiding under the city’s shiny surface. The “andhera” in the title is a supernatural being that wants to enslave people. It has wriggly tentacles and the ability to send victims into a limbo state.
Main Cast
- Priya Bapat – Inspector Kalpana Kadam
- Karanvir Malhotra – Jay
- Prajakta Koli – Rumi, a podcaster specializing in supernatural phenomena
- Surveen Chawla – Ayesha
- Vatsal Sheth – Darius
- Parvin Dabas – Dr. Sahay
- Pranay Pachauri – Dr. Prithvi Shethyoutube
Production & Creators
- Creator: Gaurav Desai
- Director: Raaghav Dar
- Producers: Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani
- Production Company: Excel Entertainment
Andhera Series: Review Round-up
User Reviews (IMDb)
- Positives:
- A mix of sci-fi, horror, and fantasy that breaks the rules of the genre and has a deep social message.
- The slow-burn tension is made even better by the visuals and the mood.
- People often praise the performances, especially those by Surveen Chawla, Prajakta Koli, and Priya Bapat.
- People who like unusual stories will find it binge-worthy and rewarding.
- People who want new Indian supernatural content will like the show’s dark style and psychological themes.
- Many people hope that Season 2 will make the story and acting better.
- Negatives:
- Pacing problems in later episodes; at times it seems to go on too long.
- Some reviews said that the supporting roles and the main teenager, Jay (Karanvir Malhotra), didn’t act convincingly.
- Some people thought the story was boring and shallow, and that it could have been more tightly plotted.
- People have different opinions about how realistic VFX is and how it affects the story.
Common Themes
- Atmosphere and Ambience: The cinematography, music, and setting have all been praised over and over again.
- Writing and story: Critics are split on this one. Some say it’s smart and thought-provoking, while others say it’s slow and confusing.
- Performance: The main cast got mostly good reviews, but the supporting cast got some bad ones.
- Genre Execution: People liked that it tried to mix horror, noir, and sci-fi, even though it didn’t always work.
- Re-watch Value: Some reviewers say it’s “binge-compelling,” while others say to be patient because it takes a long time to get going.
Will Andhera’s Unresolved Ending Lead to a Season 2?
Open-Ended Finale & Unresolved Threads
- The final episode of Andhera leaves several major plot elements unresolved:
- It looks like the supernatural force, Tama (Andhera), has been defeated, but its essence lives on in the character Omar.
- The authorities cover up what happened to Jay, leaving no evidence of the supernatural events.
- The last scene strongly suggests that darkness is still around, which could lead to new fights and mysteries.
Critical & Fan Speculation
- Several review sites say that the unclear, open-ended ending is a perfect way to set up a sequel because it leaves key characters with unfinished business and new threats.
- Both fans and critics agree that the story feels like it was meant to go on; the villain and the world’s hidden secrets are not fully resolved.
Official Announcements
- There is no official date for the release or renewal of Season 2 as of August 2025.
- The creators of the show and the streaming service haven’t said for sure that there will be a sequel, but many people who watch the show and write about it think that there will be one because of the open-ended storylines and the cliffhanger ending.
Conclusion:
Andhera’s unresolved plot points, especially the fate of Omar/Tama and a few key mysteries, strongly suggest that there will be a Season 2. There isn’t an official renewal yet, but the open ending, hints in the story, and fan and adaptation speculation all point to a sequel being likely if the show gets a lot of viewers and engagement.
As of August 2025, there is no official renewal or release date announced for Season 2.
Andhera is Streaming now on Amazon Prime Video in India and globally.
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