Gopi Puthran On Mandala Murders' Netflix Triumph: 'If We Stay True To Our Roots...'
Mandala Murders tops Netflix India for three weeks and ranks 7th globally. Creator Gopi Puthran says its success lies in rooted, mythical storytelling that connects deeply.
Mandala Murders is proving to be one of Netflix India's most enduring hits of 2025. Three weeks after its release on July 25, the crime thriller continues to dominate as the platform's most-watched Indian series, while also securing the 7th position among Netflix's most-viewed TV shows globally last week.
The show's creator, Gopi Puthran, attributes its success to a deep connection with India's cultural roots and mythical identity. Set in a small, fictional town, Mandala Murders weaves a narrative steeped in local myths and mystery — a combination that Puthran believes resonates strongly with audiences both in India and abroad.
'India is a country that is deeply connected and awed by its roots. Myths are embedded deep within our DNA because of the stories that were handed down over generations by our elders, which is why we instantly connect to content with such tonality," Puthran explained. 'What is really heartening to see is how Mandala Murders has connected with people's psyche due to this. Partnering with Netflix, with its incredible reach, has enabled the series to be sampled by viewers who want content laced with myths and mysteries of India."
According to Puthran, the show's global appeal lies in its authentic depiction of India's mythical undercurrents — a cultural texture that fascinates international viewers. He also points to smaller towns and cities across India embracing the show's storytelling, proof that authenticity has wide appeal.
'If we are true to our identity, there will be takers for shows like Mandala Murders or Mirzapur, which also showed that people want to connect to authentic and disruptive storytelling that is rooted. We're thrilled with the huge success of Mandala Murders and I'm sure many more makers will now be encouraged to explore stories and deliver them in this genre," he said.
Produced by YRF Entertainment and co-directed by Gopi Puthran and Manan Rawat, the series stars Vaani Kapoor in the lead, alongside a stellar ensemble including Vaibhav Raj Gupta, Surveen Chawla, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Siddhanth Kapoor, Rahul Bagga, Raghubir Yadav, and Monica Choudhary.
With its blend of gripping mystery, rich mythology, and compelling performances, Mandala Murders is not just a streaming success — it's a testament to the enduring power of rooted, culturally resonant storytelling.
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