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Raktanchal Season 1 is a gritty crime drama inspired by real-life events from 1980s Purvanchal, Uttar Pradesh. The series explores the brutal "tender mafia" era where government contracts were decided through bloodshed and political maneuvering. Series Overview Release Date: May 28, 2020. (Original). Action, Crime, Drama. 9 Episodes (approx. 28 minutes each). Ritam Srivastav. Kranti Prakash Jha and Nikitin Dheer. Plot Summary
The Indian digital streaming space has seen a massive surge in crime thrillers, but few capture the raw, lawless essence of the Hindi heartland like Raktanchal . Released as an MX Player exclusive, Season 1 of this high-octane drama takes viewers deep into the blood-soaked badlands of Purvanchal, Uttar Pradesh, during the 1980s.
A fierce and loyal character who adds emotional depth and strategic value to the unfolding gang war. Themes Explored in Season 1
| | 18 Raktanchal | |-----------|----------------| | Season | 1 | | Language | Hindi | | Format | Web Series (Exclusive) | | Genre | Crime, Drama, Political Thriller | | Total Episodes | 9 | | Original Release | 2020 | | Platform | MX Player (Free with ads) | | Production House | Cine1 Studios | | Director | Sarvesh Mewara | | Based on | Real-life events in Purvanchal, Uttar Pradesh |
Raktanchal was originally produced for and released on on May 28, 2020. As of 2026, the series remains available for streaming. Platform: MX Player Language: Hindi (Original) Season 1 Total Episodes: 9 Conclusion
Both Nikitin Dheer and Kranti Prakash Jha deliver intense performances that make the rivalry believable.
