Aranyak (2021)
Created byRohan Sippy
StarringRaveena Tandon, Ashutosh Rana, Parambrata Chatterjee, Zakir Hussain
Watch onNetflix
NetworkNetflix
Best for: Fans of small-town crime mysteries and atmospheric dramas who enjoy a complete, single-season story.
Where to watch Aranyak online in India
Subscription
NetflixAvailability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.
Aranyak: new episodes and status
| Status | Ended |
|---|---|
| Last episode aired | 10 December 2021 |
Episode dates as listed on TMDB.
Aranyak seasons and episodes
| Season | Premiered | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 December 2021 | 8 |
Aranyak story (no spoilers)
Aranyak is a Hindi crime drama mystery series that premiered on Netflix on 10 December 2021. The story begins when a foreign teenage tourist goes missing in a misty village. Kasturi, a frazzled local cop, is forced to team up with her city-bred successor, Angad, on a high-profile case. As they investigate, the case unearths skeletons and resurrects a long-forgotten legend of a savage serial killer in the woods. The show has one season of eight episodes, each typically around 42 minutes long, and is created by Rohan Sippy. The tone is tense and atmospheric, blending small-town policing with a mystery that pulls at old secrets. With a 7/10 rating from 63 votes on TMDB, it is a compact, self-contained series that has ended.
Should you watch Aranyak?
Watch it for
- Raveena Tandon leads as Kasturi Dogra, a local cop, opposite Parambrata Chatterjee as her city-bred successor Angad Malik, across all eight episodes.
- The series blends Crime, Drama and Mystery genres, with a missing-tourist case that unearths a legend of a savage serial killer in the woods.
- Created by Rohan Sippy and directed by Vinay Waikul, the show is set in a misty village that adds to the tense atmosphere.
- Each episode runs about 42 minutes, making the eight-episode first season a manageable watch on Netflix.
Skip it if
- You prefer fast-paced action over a slow-burn mystery that unfolds across eight episodes.
- You are looking for a series with multiple seasons; Aranyak has only one season and has ended.
- You avoid crime dramas that involve missing persons and serial killer legends.
Aranyak cast
Raveena Tandonas Kasturi Dogra8 episodes
Ashutosh Ranaas Mahadev Dogra8 episodes
Parambrata Chatterjeeas Angad Malik8 episodes
Zakir Hussainas Kuber Manhas8 episodes
Meghna Malikas Jagdamba Dumal8 episodes
Lalit Parimooas Ashok Srivastav8 episodes
Indraneil Senguptaas Ravi Parashar8 episodes
Priyanka Setiaas Nilima Manhas8 episodes
Anant Jogas Doctor Joshi8 episodes
Anna Adoras Aimee2 episodesAranyak details
| Created by | Rohan Sippy |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Vinay Waikul |
| Written by | Charudutt Acharya |
| First episode | 10 December 2021 |
| Seasons / episodes | 1 / 8 |
| Typical episode length | 42 minutes |
| Network | Netflix |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken | Hindi |
Parental guide: is Aranyak family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the crime and mystery genre; the series deals with a missing tourist and a serial killer legend, so parental discretion is advised. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Aranyak is a solid one-season crime drama that pairs Raveena Tandon and Parambrata Chatterjee in a misty village mystery. The eight 42-minute episodes on Netflix keep the focus on the case and the legend, without dragging. It is a straightforward watch for genre fans, though it does not aim for more than a contained story.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Aranyak online in India?
Aranyak is available to stream on Netflix in India with a subscription. It is not listed on any free streaming platforms in India.
How many seasons and episodes does Aranyak have?
Aranyak has one season with eight episodes. The season premiered on 10 December 2021.
Has Aranyak ended?
Yes, Aranyak has ended. It aired its complete first season on 10 December 2021.
Who is in the cast of Aranyak?
The cast includes Raveena Tandon as Kasturi Dogra, Ashutosh Rana as Mahadev Dogra, Parambrata Chatterjee as Angad Malik, Zakir Hussain as Kuber Manhas, Meghna Malik as Jagdamba Dumal, Lalit Parimoo as Ashok Srivastav, Indraneil Sengupta as Ravi Parashar, and Priyanka Setia as Nilima Manhas.
Who created and directed Aranyak?
Aranyak was created by Rohan Sippy and directed by Vinay Waikul. The series is in Hindi and premiered on Netflix.
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