The Hunt for Veerappan
Overview
This docuseries follows the rise and fall of Veerappan, a dreaded smuggler whose bloody reign sparked a 20-year-long manhunt in south India.
Key Crew
Writer: Apoorva Bakshi, Selvamani Selvaraj, Kimberley Hassett, Forrest Borie
Director: Selvamani Selvaraj
Producer: Monisha Thyagarajan
Seasons
Season 1 (2023)
This docuseries follows the rise and fall of Veerappan, a dreaded smuggler whose bloody reign sparked a 20-year-long manhunt in south India.
4 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: CHAPTER ONE - THE FOREST KING
2023-08-04As Veerappan builds his criminal empire, a long-standing rivalry with police is ignited. A rift with a senior officer launches an extensive manhunt.
Runtime: 50 minEpisode 2: CHAPTER TWO - THE BLOODBATH
2023-08-04Violence and bloodshed erupts across the forest and in villages as Veerappan retaliates against the police.
Runtime: 49 minEpisode 3: CHAPTER THREE - THE REVOLUTIONARY
2023-08-04In a brazen move, Veerappan abducts movie star Dr. Rajkumar, stoking fury in Karnataka and sending politicians into chaos in two states.
Runtime: 56 minEpisode 4: CHAPTER FOUR - THE WAY OUT
2023-08-04Seeking to live a quiet life with his family away from police scrutiny, Veerappan plans his next steps — until a covert ruse finally seals his doom.
Runtime: 47 min
