The Hunt for Veerappan

Synopsis

This docuseries follows the rise and fall of Veerappan, a dreaded smuggler whose bloody reign sparked a 20-year-long manhunt in south India.

First Air Date: 2023-08-04

Last Air Date: 2023-08-04

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 4

Networks: Netflix

This docuseries follows the rise and fall of Veerappan, a dreaded smuggler whose bloody reign sparked a 20-year-long manhunt in south India.

Ep. 1: CHAPTER ONE - THE FOREST KING (2023-08-04)

As Veerappan builds his criminal empire, a long-standing rivalry with police is ignited. A rift with a senior officer launches an extensive manhunt.
Ep. 2: CHAPTER TWO - THE BLOODBATH (2023-08-04)

Violence and bloodshed erupts across the forest and in villages as Veerappan retaliates against the police.
Ep. 3: CHAPTER THREE - THE REVOLUTIONARY (2023-08-04)

In a brazen move, Veerappan abducts movie star Dr. Rajkumar, stoking fury in Karnataka and sending politicians into chaos in two states.
Ep. 4: CHAPTER FOUR - THE WAY OUT (2023-08-04)

Seeking 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.