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The Trial (2023–present)

2 seasons14 episodes~44 min per episodeHindi
U/A 16+Returning seriesDramaCrimeMystery

Created bySuparn Varma

StarringKajol, Jisshu Sengupta, Kubbra Sait, Alyy Khan

Watch onJioHotstar

NetworkDisney+ Hotstar, JioHotstar

Best for: Fans of Hindi crime-drama and mystery series who enjoy character-driven stories led by Kajol.

Where to watch The Trial online in India

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Availability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.

The Trial: new episodes and status

StatusReturning series
Last episode aired19 September 2025

Episode dates as listed on TMDB.

The Trial seasons and episodes

SeasonPremieredEpisodes
Season 114 July 20238
Season 219 September 20256

The Trial story (no spoilers)

The Trial is a Hindi drama, crime and mystery series created by Suparn Varma. It follows Noyonika Sengupta, a housewife whose life is upended when her husband Rajeev is imprisoned over a corruption and sex scandal. Forced to take full responsibility for her family, Noyonika must navigate a new reality while the scandal's fallout unfolds. The show has run for two seasons so far: Season 1 premiered on 14 July 2023 with 8 episodes, and Season 2 premiered on 19 September 2025 with 6 episodes. Episodes typically run 44 minutes. The tone is dramatic and suspenseful, with the mystery element tied to the scandal and its consequences. The series is certified U/A 16+ in India and streams on JioHotstar. It stars Kajol as Noyonika and Jisshu Sengupta as Rajeev, with Kubbra Sait, Alyy Khan, Sheeba Chaddha and others in supporting roles.

Should you watch The Trial?

Watch it for

  • Kajol leads as Noyonika Sengupta, a housewife forced to take charge after her husband Rajeev's imprisonment, across 14 episodes.
  • The series blends drama, crime and mystery, with a plot built around a corruption and sex scandal that drives the family's upheaval.
  • Creator and director Suparn Varma oversees both seasons, with Season 1's 8 episodes and Season 2's 6 episodes offering a compact 44-minute-per-episode runtime.
  • The cast includes Jisshu Sengupta as Rajeev, Kubbra Sait as Sana Shaikh, Alyy Khan as Vishal Chaubey and Sheeba Chaddha as Malini Khanna, each appearing in 14 episodes.

Skip it if

  • You prefer lighter, family-friendly viewing; the U/A 16+ certificate and crime-drama focus may not suit younger audiences.
  • You want a fast-paced thriller; the 44-minute episodes and drama-heavy premise suggest a slower, character-driven approach.
  • You avoid stories centred on corruption and sex scandals, which are central to the plot.

The Trial cast

KajolKajolas Noyonika Sengupta14 episodes
Jisshu SenguptaJisshu Senguptaas Rajeev Sengupta14 episodes
Kubbra SaitKubbra Saitas Sana Shaikh14 episodes
Alyy KhanAlyy Khanas Vishal Chaubey14 episodes
Sheeba ChaddhaSheeba Chaddhaas Malini Khanna14 episodes
Aseem Hattangadyas Ilyas Khan8 episodes
Manasvi MamgaiManasvi Mamgaias Juhi Bhatia8 episodes
Nancy Gillas Kavya Bola8 episodes
Gaurav PandeyGaurav Pandeyas Dhiraj Paswan8 episodes
Vijay Vikram SinghVijay Vikram Singhas Rakesh Sinha8 episodes
Sheena Chohanas Jasmine8 episodes
Aamir AliAamir Alias Inspector Pradeep Shinde8 episodes

The Trial details

Created bySuparn Varma
Directed bySuparn Varma
Written byAbbas Dalal, Hussain Dalal, Siddharth Kumar Tewary
MusicSiddharth Haldipur, Sangeet Haldipur
First episode14 July 2023
Seasons / episodes2 / 14
Typical episode length44 minutes
NetworkDisney+ Hotstar, JioHotstar
Original languageHindi
Country of originIndia
Languages spokenBengali, Hindi
Certificate (India)U/A 16+

Parental guide: is The Trial family friendly?

ViolenceMild
LanguageMild
Sexual contentModerate
Family viewingNot ideal

The U/A 16+ certificate indicates mature themes; this is a general guide based on genre and certification. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

The Trial official trailer

Our verdict

The Trial gives Kajol a substantial role as Noyonika Sengupta, a woman rebuilding her life after her husband's scandal. With two seasons on JioHotstar and a 44-minute episode length, it is a steady drama-mystery rather than a quick thrill. If you like family crises tangled with crime, it is worth a look.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Trial online in India?

The Trial streams on JioHotstar in India. It is not listed as free on any major Indian platform.

How many seasons and episodes does The Trial have?

The Trial has two seasons: Season 1 with 8 episodes and Season 2 with 6 episodes, for a total of 14 episodes.

Has The Trial ended?

No, The Trial is a returning series. Season 2 premiered on 19 September 2025.

Who is in the cast of The Trial?

Kajol plays Noyonika Sengupta and Jisshu Sengupta plays Rajeev Sengupta. The cast also includes Kubbra Sait as Sana Shaikh, Alyy Khan as Vishal Chaubey and Sheeba Chaddha as Malini Khanna.

What is the episode runtime and certificate of The Trial?

Episodes of The Trial typically run 44 minutes. The series is certified U/A 16+ in India.

Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.