Mumbai: The much-awaited crime drama series Chidiya Ud is all set to stream for free exclusively on Amazon MX Player from January 15. The streaming platform today unveiled the official trailer, offering a glimpse of the show’s deep story and powerful performances. Based on Abid Surti’s acclaimed novel Cage, the series portrays themes of power, crime and survival in the grim underworld of Mumbai.
Produced by Harman Baweja and Vicky Bahri and directed by Ravi Jadhav, Chiriya Ud stars a stellar cast including Jackie Shroff, Bhumika Meena, Sikander Kher, Madhur Mittal, Mayur More and Mita Vashishtha.
The story revolves around Sehar, a young woman from Rajasthan who finds herself entangled in the dark world of Mumbai’s crime syndicate. The series depicts her relentless fight to break free from the chains of power and violence, highlighting the harsh realities of survival in a cruel world.
Karan Bedi, Director and Head of Amazon MX Player, commented, “At Amazon MX Player, our goal is to provide premium, high-quality entertainment to our audiences. With its stellar cast, Chidiya Ud presents a gripping tale of a woman’s rise to power in Mumbai’s notorious underworld. It pushes the boundaries of crime drama, and explores complex emotions, power struggles and the fight for survival!
Amogh Dusad, Content Head, Amazon MX Player, said, “With Chidiya Ud, we are delving deep into the heart of Mumbai’s underworld, bringing a raw, untold story that is as entertaining as it is powerful. The series explores themes of survival, defiance and the complexity of human nature. We are excited to bring to Amazon MX Player a compelling crime drama that transcends boundaries and keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.”
Jackie Shroff playing the role of Kadir Khan said, “The world of Chidiya Ud is full of ups and downs. This is a place where survival is the end game, and each character is fighting their own battle. Playing the character of Qadir has been a challenging but rewarding experience and the audience will love it.”
Bhumika Meena who plays the character of Sahar said, “Playing the character of Sahar has been an incredible journey. She is a fighter, someone who refuses to bow to the harshness of her surroundings. The challenges she faces in this unforgiving world are daunting, but her strength and determination shine through. Chidiya Ud is a powerful story of survival, and I hope audiences will find themselves drawn to Sehar’s spirit and the choices she makes.
Sikandar Kher said, “The world of Chidiya Ud is a murky one, where every decision has consequences. It’s a place where power, loyalty, and survival are at the forefront, and I love exploring my character’s dynamics in this environment. This series is full of intense moments, and I believe it will leave audiences on the edge of their seats as they watch these characters fight for their survival.
Produced by Baweja Studios, Chidiya Ud will stream for free on Amazon MX Player from January 15, 2025.
