Marathi series 'Andhar Maya' talks about a homecoming gone wrong

IANS May 18, 2025 941 views

"Andhar Maya" is a groundbreaking Marathi horror series that delves into the mysterious world of family secrets and supernatural encounters. Directed by Bhimrao Mude and starring Kishor Kadam, the show promises a deeply atmospheric exploration of emotional and paranormal landscapes. Set in the evocative Konkan region, the series aims to transcend traditional horror tropes by focusing on psychological depth and unresolved familial tensions. Viewers can experience this chilling narrative when it launches on ZEE5 on May 30.

"This story is as much about the ghosts of the past as it is about the fears we carry within us." - Bhimrao Mude, Director
Mumbai, May 18: The makers of the first-ever Marathi horror original series, "Andhar Maya", have unveiled a gripping trailer.

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First Marathi horror original series explores family's dark ancestral secrets

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Directed by National Award-winner Bhimrao Mude

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Starring two-time national award winner Kishor Kadam

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Promises deep emotional and supernatural storytelling

Directed by National Award-winner Bhimrao Mude, produced by Sharmishtha Raut and Tejas Desai under Ericon Telefilms, the story and dialogues by Pralhad Kudtarkar and screenplay by Kapil Bhopatkar, the series stars the two-time national award winner Kishor Kadam in a role shrouded in mystery.

Centered around a family drawn back to their ancestral home where the past refuses to rest, "Andhar Maya" sets the stage for a haunting exploration into the hidden horrors of Konkan.

Shedding light on his next, director Bhimrao Mude said, "With 'Andhar Maya', my vision was to craft a world that feels deeply rooted yet disturbingly unfamiliar--a space where emotions, memories, and the supernatural coexist. Launching the trailer feels like opening the first door to that world, and I couldn't be more thrilled to finally share it. This story is as much about the ghosts of the past as it is about the fears we carry within us. The Konkan region, with all its texture and mystique, gave us the perfect canvas to build something visually rich and emotionally layered. I hope viewers find themselves intrigued, moved, and thoroughly spooked--because this is just the beginning of what the show has to offer."

Talking about the trailer, Kishor Kadam shared, "Playing Gonya in 'Andhar Maya' has been one of the most hauntingly beautiful journeys of my career. He's a man of few words but carries centuries of silence and secrets within him. The trailer offers just a glimpse into the world we've built--but trust me, the real chills begin when the story unfolds. It's not just emotionally rich, it's deeply unsettling, keeping you on edge every second. Working with Bhimrao Mude and such an honest, passionate team made it even more special. This isn't your typical horror--it lingers, it whispers, and it stays with you. I'm genuinely excited to see how audiences respond once they step inside this world with us."

Uncover the chilling secret in "Andhar Maya" on May 30 on ZEE5.

Reader Comments

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Rahul P.
Finally some quality Marathi content! Konkan region has so many untold stories and folklore that can make for great horror. Kishor Kadam is a legend - can't wait to see his performance. Hope this sets a trend for more regional horror shows. 👏
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Priya M.
The trailer gave me goosebumps! The cinematography looks stunning - you can almost feel the humidity and mystery of Konkan. But I hope the story doesn't rely too much on jump scares. Psychological horror rooted in our culture is what we need more of.
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Sandeep K.
As someone from Ratnagiri, I'm excited but also skeptical. Many shows get Konkan culture wrong - the accents, traditions, everything. Hope they've done proper research. The ancestral home concept is interesting though - every old wada in Konkan has some story!
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Anjali T.
Bhimrao Mude's direction + Kishor Kadam's acting = blockbuster combo! The way they're describing it as "emotionally rich horror" makes me think this could be our Marathi answer to The Haunting of Hill House. Fingers crossed! 🤞
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Vikram D.
Not sure about the horror genre - Marathi cinema does so well with realistic dramas. But if anyone can pull it off, it's this team. The production values look top-notch in the trailer. Hope the story lives up to the hype!
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Meena R.
The concept of ancestral home horror reminds me of stories my aaji used to tell! Konkan's culture is perfect for supernatural tales - the coconut trees swaying at night, old temples, the sound of waves... already getting chills! Hope they capture that atmosphere well.

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