Birangana trailer unveiled: A gripping tale of justice, rebellion and a chilling killer

Time of India

6 days ago

Birangana's trailer unveils a gripping crime thriller where S.I. Chitra Basu, portrayed by Sandipta Sen, challenges a flawed justice system while investigating suspicious bride 'suicides'. Niranjan Mondal debuts as Chirayu Talukdar, a chilling florist with a dark secret. The series explores themes of resistance and justice, promising a bold narrative with layered characters and haunting visuals.
The trailer of
Birangana
, a bold new crime thriller, has just been unveiled, promising a powerful blend of suspense, social commentary, and riveting performances. Set against the backdrop of a justice system teetering on silence, the series delves into the dark underbelly of society through the eyes of a tenacious female officer and a disturbingly composed killer.
In a never-seen-before avatar, actor
Sandipta Sen
takes on the role of S.I. Chitra Basu — a sharp, unyielding police officer who refuses to bow to institutional apathy. Navigating a system reluctant to hear voices like hers, Chitra launches a parallel investigation into a series of so-called suicides, convinced there's more beneath the surface. With fierce conviction and intuitive grit, she emerges as both investigator and disruptor — a quiet rebel challenging the status quo.
Opposite her is Niranjan Mondal, widely known for his stage presence as Laughtersane, who makes a debut in long-format fiction as Chirayu Talukdar — a florist with a dark secret. The trailer reveals disturbing glimpses into his character — a serial killer who hides chilling intentions behind a calm, calculated exterior. His understated menace and psychological depth leave an unsettling impression that lingers long after the trailer ends.
The ensemble cast further adds weight to the narrative: Pratik Dutta portrays IPS Dhiraj Sinha, Aditya Sengupta plays Chitra's husband Aniruddha, Anirban Bhattacharya takes on the role of Balaram Boral, and Sreya Bhattacharya stars as Mitra Basu, Chitra's younger sister. Adding a unique layer of authenticity is Shri Aloke Kumar Sanyal, Deputy Commissioner of the 6th Battalion, Kolkata Armed Police, who not only features in the cast but lends real-world experience to the story's portrayal of law enforcement.
The trailer outlines the chilling premise — three brides, poisoned on their wedding night, in what authorities dismiss as suicides. But Chitra sees a pattern the system refuses to acknowledge. Her pursuit of truth pits her against not only a cold-blooded killer but also the deeply entrenched silence of those meant to serve justice.
To mark the trailer's unveiling, a symbolic launch event was held at the historic Alipore Jail Museum — once home to freedom fighters, now transformed into the perfect stage for a series about resistance and resilience.
'Chitra Basu doesn't just exist in a broken system, she challenges it,' said Sandipta at the launch. She added, 'There's fire in her voice, but also pain. This role demanded everything from silence to storm.'
'Chirayu is unlike anyone I've played,' shared Niranjan adding, 'He's calm, calculated, and dangerously composed. For me, it was about exploring the silence between words — the menace that whispers instead of screams.'
Birangana
is not merely a whodunit — it's a whydunit, a howdunit, and most importantly, a cry for justice in a world that prefers to look away. With its haunting visuals, layered characters, and an unapologetically bold tone, this thriller looks set to redefine the genre.