Roshan Mathew talks about the dichotomy of his 'KanKhajura' character

IANS May 22, 2025 410 views

Actor Roshan Mathew brings depth to his mysterious character Ashu in the upcoming psychological thriller 'KanKhajura'. The series explores complex family dynamics and hidden secrets set against the backdrop of Goa. Directed by Chandan Arora and based on an acclaimed Israeli series, the show promises intense storytelling. With a stellar cast and intriguing premise, 'KanKhajura' is set to premiere on Sony LIV on May 30.

"Though he might work in mysterious ways, he's a fairly clear guy." - Roshan Mathew on Ashu character
Roshan Mathew talks about the dichotomy of his 'KanKhajura' character
Mumbai, May 22: Actor Roshan Mathew, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming streaming title ‘KanKhajura’, is shedding light on his character of Ashu in the series. The character is shrouded in silence, scared by his past, and is driven by a strong sense of belongingness.

Key Points

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Psychological thriller reimagines Israeli series 'Magpie'

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Explores fractured family dynamics and hidden secrets

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Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Chandan Arora

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Premieres May 30 on Sony LIV

The actor shared that this wasn’t just another role for him, rather it was a calling. Roshan said that such characters don’t come by very often for actors. Naturally, he didn’t want to miss the chance to discover what his version of Ashu would be.

Roshan was drawn to Ashu’s emotional clarity beneath the surface complexity, as he shared, “Though he might work in mysterious ways, he’s a fairly clear guy. All he wants is to be a part of the family, a part of the gang. That’s it”.

‘KanKhajura’ is a psychological thriller set in Goa, where silence masks secrets and guilt refuses to fade. When two estranged brothers are forced to confront their haunted past, memories twist into a dangerous reality. It is based on the acclaimed Israeli series ‘Magpie’, the show has been reimagined under license from Yes Studios by creators Adam Bizanski, Omri Shenhar, and Dana Eden, and produced by Donna and Shula Productions. It delivers a gripping tale of fractured families, betrayal, and the fragile line between guilt and survival.

The actor also expressed his gratitude to Chandan Arora, who has helmed the series. He added, “Chandan sir helped me crack Ashu, what his tactics would be, how he would react in each situation, what the possibilities were at each turning point”.

Produced by Ajay Rai and directed by Chandan Arora, ‘KanKhajura’ also stars Mahesh Shetty, Mohit Raina, Ninad Kamat, Roshan Mathew, Sarah Jane Dias, Trinetra Haldar, and Usha Nadkarni.

KanKhajura is set to premiere on May 30 on Sony LIV.

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Priya K.
Roshan Mathew is such an underrated actor! Loved him in 'Choked' and now excited to see him in this complex role. The way he describes Ashu's emotional clarity despite the mystery makes me curious. Definitely marking May 30 on my calendar! 🎬
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Rahul S.
Psychological thrillers set in Goa? Count me in! The original Israeli version was brilliant, but I'm curious how they'll adapt it to Indian context. Hope they don't lose the rawness in translation. Chandan Arora's direction should be interesting.
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Ananya M.
The cast looks promising but I'm a bit skeptical about adaptations. Our OTT platforms need more original content instead of rehashing foreign shows. That said, Roshan's dedication to the role is evident - hope the writing does justice to his efforts.
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Vikram J.
Mohit Raina and Roshan Mathew together? That's a casting coup! Both are such intense performers. The Goa setting adds an interesting layer - beyond the beaches and parties, there's so much potential for dark storytelling. Fingers crossed!
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Shalini R.
"Silence masks secrets and guilt refuses to fade" - what a powerful line! This is exactly the kind of content Indian OTT needs more of. Hope Sony LIV promotes it well unlike some of their other hidden gems that got lost in the algorithm.
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Karan P.
Interesting that they chose Goa instead of keeping it urban like the original. The coastal setting could add great atmosphere to the psychological drama. Though I wonder if they'll incorporate any local Goan culture into the narrative or just use it as a pretty backdrop.

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