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Prime Video has announced the premiere of 'Vadhandhi Season Two — The Mystery of Mani', the second season of its Tamil Original suspense thriller series, on August 7, 2026. Created, written, and directed by Andrew Louis, the eight-episode series stars M. Sasikumar as SI Moosa Raza, an honest police officer whose investigation into skeletal remains unearthed during a highway project leads him to an elusive prisoner named Mani. The series is set in Madurai against the backdrop of the Jallikattu festival. Produced by Wallwatcher Films with Pushkar and Gayatri as creative producers, the cast includes Yashwanth, Anagha Maruthora, Aparna Das, Vivek Prasanna, Revathy Sharma, and Arjun Nandhakumar. The series will stream exclusively on Prime Video in Tamil with dubs in Telugu and Hindi.
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In the Tamil original series directed by Andrew Louis, Sasikumar plays the fierce SI Moosa Raza, who dives headfirst into a whirlwind of drama, politics, and media chaos.
Published: July 28, 2026 05:05 pm IST
Prime Video has announced the premiere of Vadhandhi Season Two — The Mystery of Mani, the highly anticipated second season of its Tamil Original suspense thriller series created, written, and directed by Andrew Louis.
Produced under the banner of Wallwatcher Films, with Pushkar and Gayatri serving as creative producers, the eight-episode series stars M. Sasikumar in the lead role of SI Moosa Raza. The cast also includes Yashwanth, Anagha Maruthora, Aparna Das, Vivek Prasanna, Revathy Sharma, and Arjun Nandhakumar in pivotal roles.
Release Details
Vadhandhi Season Two — The Mystery of Mani will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on August 7, 2026, in Tamil, with dubbed versions available in Telugu and Hindi. Set against the culturally rich backdrop of Madurai, the narrative intertwines tradition and investigation with the raw energy and essence of the Jallikattu festival.
Storyline
In an official release, the makers stated:
“Staying true to the franchise’s core themes of rumor against reality, season 2 draws audiences into a mystery through layered storytelling, complex characters, and emotionally charged relationships.”
The season introduces Sasikumar as SI Moosa Raza, an honest and relentless police officer whose pursuit of the truth collides with politics, media frenzy, and human frailty. When skeletal remains are unearthed during the inauguration of a highway project, the investigation takes unexpected turns, leading him to an elusive prisoner named Mani.
Key Quotes
Nikhil Madhok, Director & Head of Originals, Prime Video India, said:
“Stories from the South have received immense love and appreciation from audiences across the world, and Vadhandhi is a franchise we are incredibly proud of.”
Creative Producers Pushkar and Gayatri added:
“Season 2 builds on the franchise’s unique blend of suspense, truth, and perception while telling a story that is both emotionally compelling and deeply engaging. Andrew Louis has again brought this vision to life brilliantly, crafting a gripping narrative that stays true to the spirit of the franchise while taking it in an exciting new direction. Sasikumar and the entire cast have delivered exceptional performances that add tremendous depth to the story. We are grateful to Prime Video for continuing to support stories that are rooted in culture yet resonate with audiences everywhere.”
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