The Hunt: Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Docu-Series
The Hunt: Rajiv Gandhi Assassination is a docu-series that explores the tragic events of May 21, 1991, which shook the nation. The youngest Prime Minister, Rajiv Gandhi, was assassinated in a suicide attack carried out by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam. This incident marked one of the most extensive manhunts in the history of India.
Unraveling the Conspiracy
The series takes a deep dive into the far-reaching conspiracy that transcended borders and showcases the intelligence failures surrounding the assassination. Through a gripping investigation, it sheds light on how a single moment altered the course of Indian democracy forever.
Airing Details
The Hunt is currently available on Sony Liv, having been released on July 4, 2025. Viewers can witness the events of that fateful day through all the episodes from the comfort of their homes. The series is also accessible in languages such as Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, and Malayalam.
The Gripping Narrative
The Hunt presents a compelling narrative that captivates its audience with rare footage, offering a glimpse into the incident that sent shockwaves across the nation. Drawing from the book “Ninety Days” by Anirudhya, the story follows the journey of a special investigation team led by Amit Sial. Their race against time uncovers the sinister conspiracy orchestrated by the LTTE group, ultimately leading to the identification and pursuit of Sivarasan, the mastermind behind the assassination plot.
Cast and Crew
The docu-series features a talented ensemble cast including Amit Sial, Danish Iqbal, Sahil Vaid, Vidyuth Garg, Shafeeq Mustafa, Gouri Padmakumar, Saurabh Dubey, Rajiv Kumar, Bagavathi Perumal, Shrutie Jayan, Amol Deshmukh, Shruty Jayan, and Anjana Balaji. Nagesh Kukunoor serves as the director, with production by Moiz Tarwadi under the banners of Applause Entertainment Ltd. and Kukunoor Movies.
