Tandav (2021)

In the tumultuous political landscape of India's capital city, Dilli, the riveting saga of Tandav unfolds. The narrative is a masterful exploration of the intricate corridors of power, the strategic manipulations, and the dark underbelly of Indian politics. At its heart is Prime Minister Devki Nandan Singh, standing on the precipice of his third term in power. His son, Samar Pratap Singh, joins the fray, but his involvement raises alarm among Devki's trusted allies, notably his friend Gopal Das, who foresees a potential upheaval in the political game. Simultaneously, a significant subplot unfolds on the university grounds, where a passionate student named Shiva becomes embroiled in a protest against a corporate encroachment on farmland, a cause largely ignored by the media in the wake of Devki Nandan's sudden death. As the plot thickens, Samar's ambition takes a dark turn. He orchestrates his father's demise, a cold-blooded move to claim the throne. However, Anuradha Kishore, a prominent party member and confidante of the late Prime Minister, threatens to expose Samar’s secret, leading to a calculated deal for the Prime Minister's seat. Beneath the chaos, a cunning game of chess unravels. Samar, privy to Shiva's potential, seeks to bring him into the political sphere, setting in motion a series of events that redefine the dynamics of power. Tandav is a thrilling journey into the heart of Indian politics, where power is a merciless game, alliances are fragile, and ambition can lead to the unthinkable. It's a dance of democracy, where every move counts, and the throne is but a deceptive promise.

Tandav is a crime show featuring Saif Ali Khan and created by Ali Abbas Zafar.

Tandav is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Amazon Prime Video and it's also available on Amazon Prime Video.