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| image = Kankhajura_Poster.jpeg
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| genre = {{Plainlist|*[[Crime film|Crime]]
*[[Drama (film and television)|Drama]]}}
| based_on = {{based on|''Magpie''|[[Adam Bizanski]] and [[Omri Shenhar]]}}
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| writer =
| story = Chandan Arora<br>Upendra Sidhaye
| director = [[Chandan Arora]]
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| starring = {{Plainlist|
*[[Roshan Mathew]]
*[[Mohit Raina]]
*[[Sarah Jane Dias]]
*[[Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju]]
*[[Kurangi Vijayshri Nagraj]]
}}
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| country = India
| language = Hindi
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| num_episodes = 8
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| executive_producer = Sameer Khurana
| music =
| producer = Ajay Rai
| cinematography = {{Plainlist|
*Rajeev Ravi
*Vinod Illampally
}}
| editor = {{Plainlist|
*Vaishak Ravi
}}
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| company = Jar Pictures
| network = [[SonyLIV]]
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| first_aired = {{Start date|df=y|2025|05|30}}
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'''''Kankhajura''''' is a 2025 [[Hindi]]-language Indian [[Crime fiction|crime]] [[Thriller (genre)|thriller]] [[web series]] streaming on [[SonyLIV]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=KanKhajura digs deep into darkness |url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/entertainment/kankhajura-digs-deep-into-darkness/ |access-date=2025-05-29 |website=The Tribune |language=en}}</ref> It is directed by [[Chandan Arora]] and produced by Ajay Rai.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Mohit Raina Leads Stellar Cast In Kan Khajura: A Thrilling Journey Into The World Of Magpie |url=https://www.news18.com/movies/mohit-raina-leads-stellar-cast-in-kan-khajura-a-thrilling-journey-into-the-world-of-magpie-8744938.html |access-date=2025-05-02 |website=News18 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|date=2024-01-17 |title=Mohit Raina, Roshan Mathew to star in SonyLIV's 'Kan Khajura'|url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/mohit-raina-roshan-mathew-to-star-in-sonylivs-kan-khajura/article67747574.ece |access-date=2025-05-02 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>

It stars [[Roshan Mathew]], [[Mohit Raina]], [[Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju]] and [[Sarah-Jane Dias|Sarah Jane Dias]]<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-17 |title=Mohit Raina, Roshan Mathew, Sarah Jane Dias to star in 'Kan Khajura' |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/web-series/story/mohit-raina-roshan-mathew-sarah-jane-dias-to-star-in-kan-khajura-2490012-2024-01-17 |access-date=2025-05-02 |website=India Today |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Features |first=C. E. |date=2025-05-02 |title=KanKhajura teaser: Roshan Mathew is meek and manipulative in Magpie adaptation |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/hindi/news/2025/May/02/kankhajura-teaser-roshan-mathew-is-meek-and-manipulative-in-magpie-adaptation#google_vignette |access-date=2025-05-02 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref> and the series is released on 30 May 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-05-02 |title=KanKhajura OTT Release: When And Where To Watch Roshan Mathew, Mohit Raina's Psychological Thriller |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/web-series/kankhajura-ott-release-when-and-where-to-watch-roshan-mathew-mohit-raina-psychological-thriller-article-151551476 |access-date=2025-05-02 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-05-13 |title=Fragile to Fatal: KanKhajura Teaser Unveiled on Sony LIV |url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/ott/fragile-to-fatal-kankhajura-teaser-unveiled-on-sony-liv-1878588 |access-date=2025-05-29 |website=www.deccanchronicle.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Kankhajura Trailer: Mohit Raina, Roshan Mathew reunite as estranged brothers with a dark past, revengeful present, and uncertain future – Watch |url=https://www.india.com/entertainment/kankhajura-trailer-mohit-raina-roshan-mathew-reunite-as-estranged-brothers-with-a-dark-past-revengeful-present-and-uncertain-future-watch-7834075/ |access-date=2025-05-29 |website=www.india.com |language=en}}</ref>
It's an official adaptation of the Israeli TV series ''Magpie'' by [[Adam Bizanski]] and Omri Shenhar.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Mohit Raina, Roshan Mathew and Sarah Jane Dias to star in Indian remake of Israeli Drama 'Magpie'|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/web-series/news/hindi/indian-remake-of-israeli-drama-magpie-mohit-raina-roshan-mathew-sarah-jane-dias/articleshow/106921339.cms|date=2024-01-17 |website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |first=Jesse|last= Whittock|title=Indian Streamer SonyLIV To Adapt Yes Studios' Israeli Crime Drama 'Magpie'|url=https://deadline.com/2023/10/sonyliv-india-adapts-magpie-fauda-your-honor-yes-studios-israel-1235563515/|date=2023-10-03 |website=Deadline|language=en}}</ref>

== Plot ==
After serving 14 years for a crime from his youth, Ashu returns to reconnect with his brother Max. As they struggle to rebuild trust, Ashu's dark past and dangerous connections resurface, threatening Max's life and business. A gripping story of family, redemption, and the shadows that never truly fade.

== Cast ==
*[[Roshan Mathew]] as Ashu <ref>{{Cite news |last=M.V |first=Vivek |date=2025-05-27 |title=Roshan Mathew interview: On 'Kankhajura' and feeling at home in Hindi cinema |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/roshan-mathew-kankhajura-sony-liv-malayalam-film-industry-bollywood-ronth-web-series/article69624282.ece |access-date=2025-05-29 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>
*[[Mohit Raina]] as Max <ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-05-21 |title=KanKhajura trailer: Roshan Mathew, Mohit Raina play brothers with a mysterious dark past in Magpie's Indian adaptation. Watch |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/web-series/kankhajura-trailer-roshan-andrews-mohit-raina-play-brothers-with-mysterious-dark-past-10019571/ |access-date=2025-05-29 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>
*[[Sarah-Jane Dias|Sarah Jane Dias]] as Nisha
*[[Trinetra Haldar Gummaraju|Trinetra Haldar]] as Aimee <ref>{{Cite news |title=Trinetra Haldar says she manifested working with Roshan Mathew in Kankhajura, recalls being nervous on first day |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/web-series/trinetra-haldar-says-she-manifested-working-with-roshan-mathew-in-kankhajura-recalls-being-nervous-on-first-day-101748102376417.html |work=[[Hindustan Times]]}}</ref>
*[[Ninad Kamat]] As Pedro
*[[Mahesh Shetty]] As Shardul
*Heeba Shah As DSP Leena Naik <ref>{{Cite web |author=Scroll Staff |date=2025-05-21 |title='Kankhajura' trailer: Mohit Raina and Roshan Mathew play brothers with a troubled past |url=https://scroll.in/reel/1082620/kankhajura-trailer-mohit-raina-and-roshan-mathew-play-brothers-with-a-troubled-past |access-date=2025-05-29 |website=Scroll.in |language=en}}</ref>
*[[Usha Nadkarni]] As Mrs. Deshmukh
*[[Kurangi Vijayshri Nagraj]]

== Release ==
Kankhajura was released on 30 May 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kankhajura Web Series (2025) {{!}} OTT Release Date, Seasons, Episodes, Cast, Coming Soon on SonyLiv |url=https://www.digit.in/digit-binge/shows/kankhajura-883631.html |access-date=2025-05-02 |website=www.digit.in |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-05-21 |title=KanKhajura Trailer: Mohit Raina, Roshan Mathew Lead Gritty Psychological Drama About Estranged Brothers - Watch |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/web-series/kankhajura-trailer-mohit-raina-roshan-mathew-lead-gritty-psychological-drama-about-estranged-brothers-watch-article-151689422 |access-date=2025-05-29 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref> The official trailer was unveiled on 21 May 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |title=KanKhajura Trailer Out: Mohit Raina And Sarah Jane Tease Dark Tale Of Memory And Madness |url=https://zeenews.india.com/bollywood/kankhajura-trailer-out-mohit-raina-and-sarah-jane-tease-dark-tale-of-memory-and-madness-2904316.html |access-date=2025-05-29 |website=Zee News |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Naik |first=Payal |date=2025-05-21 |title=खोलवर दडलेली गुपितं आणि अपराधीभाव… 'कानखजुरा'चा ट्रेलर पाहून वाटेल भूतकाळाची भीती |url=https://www.esakal.com/premier/sony-live-original-series-kankhajura-trailer-out-releasing-on-30-may-psn14 |access-date=2025-05-29 |website=Marathi News Esakal |language=Mr}}</ref>

==Reception==
[[Shubhra Gupta]] of ''[[The Indian Express]]'' gave 2.5 stars out of 5 and said that " While the show is filled with good performances -- everyone does their job well -- the writing doesn’t surprise as much as it could have. There’s also the standard difficulty of everything becoming a stretch."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Subhra|first=Gupta|date=2025-05-30 |title=Kankhajura review: Roshan Mathew holds our attention, and keeps us there lens|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/web-series/kankhajura-review-roshan-mathew-holds-our-attention-and-keeps-us-there-10038220/|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref>
Abhimanyu Mathur of ''[[Hindustan Times]]'' gave 4 stars out of 5 and writes that "Kankhajura is anything but lazy. It is original, too, marrying the essence of Magpie with the soul of Goa and the heart of desi storytelling. This show proves that if done right, even a remake can be one of the best shows of the year."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Mathur|first=Abhimanyu|date=2025-05-30 |title=Kankhajura review: A Roshan Mathew masterclass in acting makes this Magpie remake almost better than the original|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/web-series/kankhajura-review-a-roshan-mathew-masterclass-in-acting-makes-this-magpie-remake-better-than-original-mohit-raina-101748577304201.html|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=Hindustan Times|language=en}}</ref>
Archika Khurana of ''[[The Times of India]]'' rated 3.5/5 stars and observes that "Kankhajura may not be an edge-of-your-seat thriller, but it is a thoughtful, character-driven drama with enough intrigue and depth to keep you invested across its eight episodes."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Khurana|first=Archika|date=2025-05-30 |title=Kankhajura Season 1 Review : A slow-burn thriller with emotional depth|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/web-series/reviews/hindi/kankhajura/kankhajura-season-1/seasonreview/121420588.cms|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref>

[[Deepa Gahlot]] writing for ''[[Scroll.in]]'' commented that "Roshan Mathew correctly tempers Ashu’s evil with a vulnerability that would have been touching if the consequences of his actions had been less destructive. Mohit Raina starts with a stylish confidence that turns to bafflement and then desperation, and he carries off the role well."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gahlot|first=Deepa|date=2025-05-30 |title='Kankhajura' review: An engaging look at insidious evil|url=https://scroll.in/reel/1082873/kankhajura-review-an-engaging-look-at-insidious-evil|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=scroll.in|language=en}}</ref>
Sana Farzeen of ''[[India Today]]'' gave 3 stars out of 5 and said that " 'Kankhajura' is a psychological thriller that explores family tension and emotional manipulation. Despite strong performances, the series falters with a rushed and less impactful ending."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Farzeen|first=Sana|date=2025-05-30 |title='Kankhajura review: Mohit-Roshan's thriller grips early but falters in climax|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/entertainment/ott/story/kankhajura-review-mohit-raina-roshan-matthews-thriller-strong-performances-weak-ending-2733144-2025-05-30|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=India Today|language=en}}</ref>
Vinamra Mathur of ''[[Firstpost]]'' rated 2.5/5 stars and said that "Kankhajura swings between pulsating and predictable. The performances are impressive but at times you end up being one step ahead of the people who try their best to deceive your wits. It even has a tinge of humour and happens to be a harmless watch."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Mathur|first=Vinamra|date=2025-05-30 |title='Kankhajura' web-series review: Mohit Raina and Roshan Mathew's thriller swings between pulsating and predictable
|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/kankhajura-web-series-review-mohit-raina-and-roshan-mathews-thriller-swings-between-pulsating-and-predictable-13892923.html|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=Firstpost|language=en}}</ref>

Mayur Sanap of ''[[Rediff.com]]'' rated 2/5 stars and said that "Kankhajura could have been so much better given its initial promise."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sanap|first=Mayur|date=2025-05-30 |title=Kankhajura Review: Tepid Thriller
|url=https://www.rediff.com/movies/review/kankhajura-review-tepid-thriller/20250530.htm|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=Rediff.com|language=en}}</ref>
Rahul Desai of ''[[The Hollywood Reporter India]]'' commented that "The eight-episode drama lacks the craft to pull off a compelling premise."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Desai|first=Rahul|date=2025-05-30 |title='Kankhajura' Series Review: A Solid Roshan Mathew Cannot Rescue a Scrambled Remake
|url=https://www.hollywoodreporterindia.com/reviews/streaming/kankhajura-series-review-a-solid-roshan-mathew-cannot-rescue-a-scrambled-remake|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=The Hollywood Reporter India|language=en}}</ref>
Subhash K Jha writing for ''[[News 24 (Indian TV channel)|News 24]]'' gave 3.5 stars out of 5 and said that "Kankhajura has its dosage of deficits. Some of the action in the closing episodes looks stagey and tacky, and one involving gas cylinders is an embarrassment. But with Roshan Mathew’s OTT-defining performance—yes, we have not seen anything like this on any streamer–the series holds together very ably. As far as slow burn crime dramas go, this one scorches."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jha|first=Subhash K|date=2025-05-30 |title=Kankhajura Review: Ajay Rai's Series Is Anchored By An Exceptional Performance By Roshan Matthew|url=https://news24online.com/entertainment/kankhajura-review-ajay-rais-series-is-anchored-by-an-exceptional-performance-by-roshan-matthew/574305/|access-date=2025-05-30 |website=News 24|language=en}}</ref>

== References ==
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==External links==
*{{IMDb title|id=tt30820007|title=Kankhajura}}

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Kankhajura - Revision history

MyronMullet1862 at 02:05, 30 April 2026