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Raakh villain Akash Makhija reveals receiving death threats after show’s release: ‘People want to kill me’

Raakh villain Akash Makhija reveals receiving death threats after show’s release: ‘People want to kill me’

Prime Video’s crime drama Raakh has generated strong reactions from viewers since its release. While actor Akash Makhija has been widely praised for his portrayal of the antagonist Babu, the actor has also found himself at the centre of discussions for a very different reason. In an interview with Zoom, Akash recently revealed that the intensity of the audience’s response has been so strong that he has even received death threats from viewers. Akash Makhija reveals getting death threats after Raakh. Akash Makhija talks about receiving death threats Speaking about the reaction to his performance, Akash admitted that he is critical of his own work but hasn’t had the time yet to watch Rakh. However, the audience’s reaction to his character has come as a big validation for him. “When I watch myself on screen, I am very critical of my work. I can’t evaluate myself. The audience reviewing my work is the biggest thing for me. Whenever I open my Instagram DM, I see people want to kill me,” he said. The actor added …

As Raakh revisits Ranga-Billa horror; Bobby Deol recalls incident linked to duo

As Raakh revisits Ranga-Billa horror; Bobby Deol recalls incident linked to duo

Bobby Deol recalled the impact of the infamous Ranga-Billa case, revealing that one of his friends was kidnapped by the duo. The incident left the Deol family shaken and prompted Dharmendra to become extremely protective, imposing strict rules on his children Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Bobby Deol’s childhood was changed by the Ranga-Billa killers. Now that chilling case inspires new web series Raakh

Bobby Deol’s childhood was changed by the Ranga-Billa killers. Now that chilling case inspires new web series Raakh

The release of Prime Video’s true-crime drama Raakh has once again drawn attention to the unsettling 1978 Ranga-Billa case, one of the most shocking criminal incidents to have shaken the country. Inspired by the real-life tragedy, the series stars Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre, Aamir Bashir, and Rakesh Bedi in key roles. But beyond its on-screen retelling, the story carries a deeply personal resonance for Bobby Deol. In 2025, the actor revealed a disturbing connection to the case, sharing that one of his close childhood school friends had been kidnapped by the infamous duo. Bobby Deol’s childhood shaped by Ranga-Billa fear, now revisited in chilling inspiration for Raakh. Bobby Deol’s personal connection to the Ranga-Billa case During an appearance on Raj Shamani’s podcast, Bobby Deol recalled a chilling childhood incident from when he was in sixth grade. He shared that the infamous criminal duo Ranga and Billa, whose crimes had terrorised the country in the late 1970s, had once kidnapped one of his close school friends. In a strange twist of fate, his friend managed to …

Raakh review: Akash Makhija, Aamir Bashir knock the wind out of you in impactful slow burn on the banality of evil

Raakh review: Akash Makhija, Aamir Bashir knock the wind out of you in impactful slow burn on the banality of evil

Raakh Creators: Anusha Nandakumar, Sandeep Saket, Prosit Roy Cast: Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre, Aamir Bashir, Akash Makhija, Ramandeep Yadav, Anshul Chauhan, Rakesh Bedi, Divya Sharma, and Vivaan Sharma Rating: ★★★⯪ It is a daunting prospect to create drama from tragedy in today’s time. The proliferation of OTT services has exposed Indian viewers to quality shows and films from around the world. In a bid to fight that edge from across the seas, Indian makers have often resorted to gore and violence, further desensitising the audiences. For a show to shake the viewer in today’s time takes work, both from the writers and the actors. That Raakh manages that is a feat in itself. That it does so without resorting to graphic brutality or discarding sensitivity needs to be applauded. The show is by no means perfect. It takes its sweet time getting to the point, prolonging the slowness of the slow-burning to a point where it is painstakingly slow. And yet, it manages to deliver a payoff that is both shocking and emotional. Raakh review: …

Who are Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav, actors playing ‘Ranga Billa’ in Raakh?

Who are Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav, actors playing ‘Ranga Billa’ in Raakh?

Prime Video dropped the second trailer of Raakh, the upcoming series that is based on the Ranga-Billa case, involving the abduction and murder of siblings Geeta and Sanjay Chopra in 1978. The second trailer focused more on the killers, and gave viewers a peek into the disturbing reality which the two men create, one that leaves an entire city shaken. Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav in stills from the new trailer of Raakh. Actors Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav play the two killers. In the trailer, they are seen as unapologetically planning a kidnapping, beating and assaulting people, and trying to survive. Who are the actors? Akash Makhija is an Indian actor known for his roles in TV shows such as Sargam Ki Sadhe Satii and Har Mard Ka Dard. He was most recently seen in the other Prime Video show, Gram Chikitasalay, where he played the role of the villager and caretaker Gobind. Produced by under TVF, it stars Amol Parashar, Anandeshwar Dwivedi and Vinay Pathak. A second season of the show will soon …

Raakh trailer has Ali Fazal chasing cold-blooded child killers; all about the real case that inspired it. Watch

Raakh trailer has Ali Fazal chasing cold-blooded child killers; all about the real case that inspired it. Watch

Prime Video has dropped the intense trailer of its upcoming original series Raakh, and it promises a disturbing, emotionally heavy investigation that goes far beyond a typical crime thriller. Headlined by Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre, Rakesh Bedi and Aamir Bashir, the series is set against the backdrop of late 1970s Delhi and follows a horrifying case that leaves an entire city shaken. Ali Fazal and Sonali Bendre in Raakh. (Prime Video) A crime that changes everything The trailer opens with a line guaranteed to send chills down any parent’s spine: “Bacche kab se gayab hain? (How long have the children been missing?)” What follows is a haunting glimpse into a city gripped by fear after two children disappear without a trace. Set during a time when families believed children could safely step out after sunset, the series explores how one brutal crime shattered that sense of security forever. Atmospheric visuals capture desperate parents clinging to hope while investigators race against time to uncover the truth. At the centre of the investigation is Sub-Inspector Jayprakash, played …