A husband, father, leader and wanted criminal. While the image of the
man with a handlebar moustache and gaunt cheekbones is well-known, there are
many other aspects of Veerappan’s life that have remained hidden in the dark
forests of South India. Netflix’s upcoming docu-series, The Hunt for Veerappan,
unveils this saga with accounts from those closest to him. Directed by
first-time docu director Selvamani Selvaraj, the series is produced by Apoorva
Bakshi and Monisha Thyagarajan, founders of Awedacious Originals along with
Kimberley Hassett. Helmed by Bakshi, one of the producers behind the
International Emmy award-winning series Delhi Crime and Hassett who is the
co-producer of Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator, this highly anticipated, defining
docu-series will premiere exclusively on Netflix on August 4.
For 17 years, Veerappan was the subject of India's longest and
costliest manhunt. The cinematic series delves into the unseen and unheard,
presenting firsthand accounts from individuals close to Veerappan and those who
tirelessly sought to capture him. From shedding light on the authorities’
struggle to apprehend him to providing a political and social commentary that
reveals the politics of disparity, the docu-series unravels his captivating
tale and the disorder that ensued.
Pointing out the significance of the documentary, producer Apoorva
Bakshi of Awedacious Originals said, “Veerappan was the most infamous outlaw in
the 90s India, and his story is still relevant today for its profound
historical and cultural significance. We strived to uncover his unique psyche
beyond the physical image many know, through the accounts of those who have
labored tirelessly with and against him. Our continued association with Netflix
has enabled us to deliver an authentic, thought-provoking and seminal show
giving viewers a comprehensive understanding of the man and his life.”
Director Selvamani Selvaraj reflects on speculation around Veerappan,
stating, "For years, we had heard tales about Veerappan’s notoriety, yet
no one truly knows what made him the dreaded criminal that he became and still
be known as the Robin Hood for a section of the society. In this docu-series,
through meticulous research, we have been able to dig deep into his
complexities, unearthing untold stories and unexplored facets of his life. Our
partnership with Netflix has allowed us to unravel the enigmatic personality
and contribute to a broader dialogue that transcends Veerappan's individual
story.”
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said, “We are committed to
telling the most compelling untold stories from India in many diverse formats.
Our next offering, The Hunt for Veerappan is a docu-series about the most
notorious and dreaded bandits of India. This is an important story that Selva,
Apoorva and Monisha have brought to life with a great amount of passion and
rigour to uncover facts and truths about Veerappan’s life. Indian docu-series
such as House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths, Indian Predator, Bad Boy
Billionaires have resonated well with our audience and we are extremely excited
about this series and are confident that our audience will be intrigued,
shocked and moved by this story.”
The four-part docu-series will take viewers through the hunt in Tamil
and English. It will also be available in Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, and
Malayalam, ensuring that audiences across different regions can join in the
pulse-pounding chase and experience the untold story of Veerappan in their own
language.
Set to premiere on 4th August exclusively on Netflix, catch the
biographical true-crime docu-series in the untold story in ‘The Hunt for
Veerappan.’ You can watch the captivating trailer here...
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