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"Sacred Games" is an Indian crime thriller web series based on Vikram Chandra's novel of the same name. It premiered on the streaming platform Netflix in July 2018. The series was co-directed by Anurag Kashyap and Vikramaditya Motwane, and it stars Saif Ali Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Radhika Apte in lead roles.

 

Here are some key details about the web series "Sacred Games":-

  • Plot: "Sacred Games" is set in Mumbai and follows the intertwining stories of two main characters: Sartaj Singh (played by Saif Ali Khan), a troubled police officer, and Ganesh Gaitonde (played by Nawazuddin Siddiqui), a notorious gangster. The series explores themes of corruption, politics, religion, and the dark underbelly of the city. Gaitonde's mysterious warning about an impending catastrophe sets off a chain of events that entangle Sartaj in a dangerous cat-and-mouse game.
  • Genre and theme: "Sacred Games" is a crime thriller that delves into the complexities of Mumbai's criminal underworld and the interplay between organized crime, politics, and religion. It explores themes of power, morality, identity, and the existential struggle of its characters.
  • Reception and popularity: "Sacred Games" received critical acclaim both in India and internationally. It was praised for its compelling storytelling, strong performances, and gritty depiction of Mumbai's underbelly. The series garnered a dedicated fan following and became one of the most popular Indian web series, drawing attention for its intriguing plot and complex characters.
  • Season and episodes: The series has a total of two seasons. The first season consists of eight episodes, while the second season has eight episodes as well. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 45-60 minutes. The second season concludes the storyline based on Vikram Chandra's novel, while leaving room for potential future developments.
  • Availability: "Sacred Games" is available for streaming exclusively on Netflix. It is not currently available on other streaming platforms.

Please note that my knowledge cutoff is in September 2021, and there may have been subsequent developments or releases related to the web series "Sacred Games" that I may not be aware of.


"Sacred Games"

Season 1

EP.1  Ashwatthama.

EP.2  Halahala.

EP.3 Atapi Vatapi

EP.4 Brahmahatya.

EP.5 Sarama.

EP.6 Pretakalpa.

EP.7 Rudra.

EP.8 Yayati.

Season 2

EP.1 Matsya.

EP.2 Siduri.

EP.3 Apasmara.

EP.4 Bardo.

EP.5 Vikarna.

EP.6 Azrael.

EP.7 Torino.

EP.8 Radcliffe.

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