Murshid (TV series)

Murshid is Hindi crime thriller series directed by Shravan Tiwari and produced by Sachin Bansal, Sandip Patel for ZEE5. The series features Kay Kay Menon in a titular role. Murshid also stars Tanuj Virwani, Jameel Chaudhary, Zakir Hussain, Anang Desai, Karamveer Choudhary, Vedika Bhandari, and Rajesh Shringarpure. The series is released on August 30, 2024.

Murshid
Written by	Shravan Tiwari
Directed by	Shravan Tiwari
Starring	Kay Kay Menon Tanuj Virwani Anang Desai Rajesh Shringarpure Karmveer Choudhary
Music by	Kunal Karan
Country of origin	India
Original language	Hindi
No. of episodes	7
Production
Producers	Sachin Bansal, Sandip Patel
Cinematography	Parvez Pathan Ranjit Sahu
Production companies	Fathom Pictures Pramukh Film Production House
Original release
Network	ZEE5
Release	30 August 2024 (2024-08-30)

Plot

The retired gangster Murshid Pathan is forced to return to his criminal roots when his family is threatened. Meanwhile, a police officer, Kumar Pratap Rana, is investigating a case that involves his father, Murshid. As the plot unfolds, the truth about Murshid's past and the officer's involvement in the case is revealed.

Episodes

Episode	Title	Directed by	Date of Broadcast
1	"Murshid Pathan"	Shravan Tiwari	30 August 2024 (2024-08-30)
Farid's ruthless gang tasks Salim and Junaid with a perilous mission to retrieve contraband from the Taliban. However, the operation goes awry, exposing Junaid's connection to the infamous gangster Murshid Pathan. This unexpected revelation sets the stage for a thrilling conflict between the two powerful figures.
2	"The promise"	Shravan Tiwari	30 August 2024 (2024-08-30)
When Murshid discovers that Junaid has been framed for a failed deal, he is determined to clear his adopted son's name. He turns to Kumar Pratap, his other adopted son, for help in navigating the treacherous underworld and unraveling the truth behind the conspiracy.
3	"The clock in motion"	Shravan Tiwari	30 August 2024 (2024-08-30)
Haunted by the memory of his father's death, Kumar confronts Murshid about the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Seeking answers and justice, Murshid reaches out to his former associates, hoping to gather information about Farid's gang. A race against time begins as Murshid strives to protect Junaid from Farid's wrath.
4	"Back in the game"	Shravan Tiwari	30 August 2024 (2024-08-30)
Farid's duplicity puts Junaid's life in grave danger. As Jayendra Rao forms an alliance with Farid to secure victory in the upcoming elections, Salim's tragic demise ignites a fierce rivalry between Murshid and Farid, setting the stage for a brutal showdown.
5	"Farid's vendetta"	Shravan Tiwari	30 August 2024 (2024-08-30)
Jayendra Rao is growing increasingly frustrated as the media's attention is diverted from the elections by the ongoing feud between Murshid and Farid. In a strategic move, Murshid forms an alliance with Namdev Kulkarni, the leader of the Naya Daur party, hoping to gain a significant advantage in the political landscape.
6	"The heart of a lion"	Shravan Tiwari	30 August 2024 (2024-08-30)
Murshid targets Ajay Verma, a dangerous intelligence officer who is aiding Farid's criminal activities. Meanwhile, Farid's attempt to assassinate Murshid fails, further escalating the tension between the two rivals. As the election day approaches, Jayendra Rao enters into negotiations with Murshid, seeking a resolution to the conflict.
7	"The endgame"	Shravan Tiwari	30 August 2024 (2024-08-30)
With the elections looming, the stakes have never been higher. The assassination of Baburao changes the course of events for Jayendra Rao. As the tension reaches a boiling point, Farid and Murshid engage in a climactic confrontation that will determine the fate of the city and the outcome of the elections.

Cast

• Kay Kay Menon as Murshid Pathan
• Tanuj Virwani as Kumar Pratap Rana
• Zakir Hussain as Farid
• Anang Desai
• Rajesh Shringarpure as Jayendra
• Karmveer Choudhary as Namdev Kulkarni

Casting and production

Tanuj Virwani was signed to play the adopted son on Murshid.

Marketing

The trailer was released a day later.

Reception

Murshid received both favourable and unfavourable reviews.

ABP News rated it 3 out of 5 and commented, "These seven episodes of gangster drama keep the audience's attention on hold till the climax." Ronak Kotecha of The Times of India rated it 3.5 out of 5 and wrote in his review, "One of the standout aspects of 'Murshid' is its setting. The backdrop of South Mumbai, with its gritty streets and looming underworld, lends the show an authentic 90s grunge..." Sakshi Verma of India TV too rated it 3 out 5 and commented, "It appears that writer and director Shravan Tiwari has worked hard to create a realistic sense of the plot." Times Now also gave it a 3.5 out of 5.

Deepa Gahlot of Rediff.com rated 2/5 stars and notes "The pace of the show and the many twists do keep up the interest of the viewer, even if most of what goes on is implausible. Everything is simply designed to prove what an indestructible force Murshid is, probably in the hope of a Season 2." Scroll.in commented, "Murshid is salvaged by a few sharp performances and a welcome intent to wrap up matters with seven episodes."

External links

• Murshid at IMDb
• Murshid Official Page