Dhootha Web Series (2023) Spoiler, Release Date, Episodes, Trailer, Cast & Everything You Need to Know
Dhootha Web Series (2023):- Dhootha is a Telugu web series that premiered on Prime Video on December 1, 2023. The series is directed by Vikram K Kumar, who is known for his films like 13B, Manam, and 24. Dhootha is a supernatural thriller that revolves around a journalist named Sagar, whose life turns upside down when he starts receiving newspaper clippings that predict horrifying events that happen to him and his loved ones.
Release Date, Time
Dhootha was released on Prime Video on December 1, 2023, at 12:00 a.m. IST. The series consists of eight episodes, each ranging from 40 to 50 minutes. The episodes were released simultaneously across all the regions where Prime Video is available. As of December 2, 2023, the series has been streaming for one day and 10 hours.
Spoiler
Dhootha follows Sagar, a journalist who works for a leading newspaper in Visakhapatnam. He is married to Priya, who is also a journalist on maternity leave, and they have a young son. One night, Sagar comes across a newspaper clipping at a roadside eatery that predicts a gruesome murder of a woman. He dismisses it as a prank, but soon realizes that the clipping was accurate and the woman was his colleague. He then receives another clipping that foretells a fatal accident involving his son. He tries to prevent it, but fails to save his son’s life.
Storyline & Plot
Sagar becomes obsessed with finding out the source of the clippings and the reason behind them. He suspects that someone is trying to ruin his life and career. He also faces pressure from his boss, who wants him to cover sensational stories instead of investigative ones. He gets help from Amrutha, his personal assistant, and Kranthi, a police officer who is investigating the murders. He also meets a mysterious woman named Madhavi, who claims to have a connection with the clippings.
As the series progresses, Sagar uncovers a dark secret that links his past with the present. He learns that he was adopted by his father, who was a journalist and an activist. His biological father was a corrupt politician, who was exposed by his adoptive father. His biological father then ordered a hit on his adoptive father, but the assassin killed his biological mother instead. Sagar was the only witness to the crime, but he was too young to remember it. The clippings are sent by his biological father, who wants to take revenge on Sagar for ruining his political career. He also wants to use Sagar’s blood for a ritual that will grant him immortality.
Ending Explanation
The series ends with a climactic confrontation between Sagar and his biological father at a temple, where the ritual is supposed to take place. Sagar manages to stop the ritual and kill his biological father, but not before he loses Priya, who sacrifices herself to save him. Sagar is left alone and broken, but he decides to continue his journalism and expose the truth.
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Ratings and Reviews
Dhootha has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The series has been praised for its gripping storyline, suspenseful twists, and stellar performances. The series has a rating of 8.1 out of 10 on IMDb, based on 391 user ratings. The series has also been featured in several lists of the best web series of 2023, such as Hindustan Times, The Indian Express, and Jagran English.
Expectations
The series had high expectations, as it marked the OTT debut of Naga Chaitanya, one of the popular actors in Telugu cinema. It was also the first Telugu original series by Prime Video, and the first collaboration between Vikram K Kumar and Naga Chaitanya. The series lived up to the expectations, as it delivered a thrilling and engaging experience for the viewers.
Cast and Characters
The series features a talented cast of actors, who have portrayed their characters with conviction and nuance. Here is a table of the main cast and characters of Dhootha:
Table
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Naga Chaitanya | Sagar Varma |
| Parvathy Thiruvothu | Kranthi Shanoy |
| Prachi Desai | Amrutha |
| Priya Bhavani Shankar | Priya |
| Pasupathy | Sagar’s biological father |
| Rohini | Madhavi |
| Tharun Bhascker Dhaassyam | Sagar’s adoptive father |
| Ravindra Vijay | Ajay Ghosh |
| Tanikella Bharani | Sagar’s father-in-law |
| Raja Goutham | Sagar’s colleague |
| Anish Kuruvilla | Sagar’s father |
| Sanvita Mandadapu | Sagar’s sister |
| Chaitanya Garikipati | Sagar’s friend |
| Srikant Murali | Charles |
| Harika Vedula | Sagar’s colleague |
| Nalla Sreedhar Reddy | Gabbar |
| Chelly Swapna | Sagar’s colleague |
| Kamakshi Bhaskarla | Sagar’s colleague |
Episode Names
The series has eight episodes, each with a unique name and a short recap. Here is a list of the episode names and recaps:
Table
| Episode | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Puzzle |
| 2 | The Clue |
| 3 | The Trap |
| 4 | The Secret |
| 5 | The Escape |
| 6 | The Ritual |
| 7 | The Sacrifice |
| 8 | The Truth |
Trailer
You can watch the official trailer of Dhootha here. The trailer gives a glimpse of the plot, the characters, and the suspense of the series. You can also watch some clips and interviews of the cast and crew here.
Where to Watch
You can watch the entire series of Dhootha on Prime Video. You need to have a subscription to access the content. You can also download the episodes and watch them offline. You can choose to watch the series in Telugu, or with subtitles in English, Hindi, Tamil, or Malayalam.
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