After Heeramandi, Richa Chadha To Star In New Crime Thriller Series As A Detective

After leaving a lasting impression with her portrayal of Lajjo, the courtesan in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s period drama web series Heeramandi, Richa Chadha is all set to surprise audiences once again with a completely different avatar.

According to industry sources, Richa will soon be seen headlinging a gripping crime thriller series for a leading OTT platform. In a sharp turn from her recent period role, the actress is reportedly stepping into the shoes of a detective for the upcoming project.

While details about the series are being kept tightly under wraps, it has been learnt that Richa has already begun shooting. The show is expected to explore a layered narrative set against the backdrop of crime and investigation, with Richa’s character said

to be central to the unfolding mystery.

A source close to the development shared, “After Heeramandi and post pregnancy, Richa was keen to explore something radically different. The role of a detective allows her to tap into a sharp, restrained, and cerebral space. It’s a character that demands both emotional intelligence and quiet intensity qualities she naturally brings to the screen. She has already started filming, and the look and tonality are very distinct from anything she has done before.”

Richa Chadha has spent close to twenty years in the Indian film industry, known for roles that often sit outside mainstream formulas. Films such as Gangs of Wasseypur, Masaan, and Fukrey helped establish her reputation for taking on unconventional parts.

But international exposure is not completely unfamiliar territory for her. The actor has appeared in projects with cross-border collaboration before.

These include Words With Gods (2014), a multinational anthology involving Indian, Mexican and American filmmakers. She also featured in Masaan (2015), which had an Indo-French production background and the Indo-American drama Love Sonia (2018).

On the personal front, Richa Chadha is married to actor Ali Fazal.