Netflix’s latest series “Black Warrant”, released on January 10, has taken the streaming platform by storm, garnering 2.3 million views in the first week and securing the tenth spot on Netflix’s list of most-watched non-English shows.
Black Warrant offers a gripping exploration of Delhi’s infamous Tihar Prison through the perspective of an idealistic jailer who must navigate corruption, violence, and moral complexities within the system. The series interweaves bite-sized narratives of real-life crimes and criminals, including the notorious ‘bikini killer,’ Charles Sobhraj (played by Siddhant Gupta), who is depicted living a lavish life behind bars, complete with access to sex, food, and drugs.
Plot
Created by Vikramaditya Motwane, the series follows Sunil (portrayed by Zahan Kapoor), a newly appointed jailer, as he and his colleagues grapple with the harsh realities of prison life. They face daily moral dilemmas and power struggles, shedding light on the raw and unfiltered dynamics between inmates and authorities. Drawing from the bestseller Black Warrant: Confessions of a Tihar Jailer by Sunil Kumar Gupta and journalist Sunetra Choudhury, the show adapts its source material to deliver an engaging binge-worthy experience.
The ensemble cast includes Zahan Kapoor, Rahul Bhat, Anurag Thakur, Paramvir Singh Cheema, and Siddhant Gupta, who brings the infamous Charles Sobhraj to life on screen.
Is it based on a true story?
Yes, the series is rooted in real events. It chronicles the 35-year journey of prison officer Sunil Kumar Gupta.. The narrative provides a rare and candid glimpse into life inside one of India’s most notorious correctional facilities, blending real-life accounts with dramatic storytelling.
