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Netflix’s prison drama explores untold stories of India’s Tihar jail
Set in the 1980s, the series presents a fictionalized retelling of true events through the eyes of Sunil Gupta, a rookie jailer at Tihar.
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Netflix is set to debut Black Warrant, India's ‘first-of-its-kind’ prison drama, a series that delves into the hidden world behind the walls of Asia's largest prison, Tihar Jail.
Adapted from the book Black Warrant: Confessions of a Tihar Jailer by Sunil Gupta and journalist Sunetra Choudhury, the show marks filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane's return to long-form storytelling after his critically acclaimed Sacred Games.
Set in the 1980s, the series presents a fictionalized retelling of true events through the eyes of Sunil Gupta, a rookie jailer at Tihar. As he navigates the brutal realities of prison life, high-profile cases, and power dynamics, the show promises a raw and intense exploration of the moral dilemmas faced within the Indian prison system.
"Black Warrant is a book that is raw, intense, and authentic, and immediately demands to be brought to life," said Motwane. He expressed gratitude to Netflix and collaborators Applause Entertainment, Andolan Production, and Confluence Media for their support in delivering the story with the depth it deserved.
Sameer Nair, managing director of Applause Entertainment, highlighted the series' focus on the lesser-seen world of Tihar Jail. "Black Warrant delves into the untold contemporary history of Tihar Jail — a world rarely explored with such depth and authenticity. Collaborating with a visionary like Vikramaditya Motwane has brought a unique perspective, infusing the story with both nuance and realism."
Tanya Bami, series head at Netflix India, described the series as a fresh addition to the streaming platform's repertoire. "True crime is a genre our members can't get enough of," she said. “Black Warrant captures the many firsts of this story with utmost flair. It is India's first prison drama, based on the account of India’s longest-tenured jailer, and a story that is an absolute must-watch.”
Produced by Applause Entertainment in association with Andolan Production and Confluence Media, Black Warrant is slated to be a defining entry in Netflix's crime genre lineup.
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