Black Warrant
Crime | Drama | Thriller | Jan 10, 2025 | Hindi Web Series | Indian OTT
OverviewA prison drama based on the life and career of Sunil Gupta, a jailer at Tihar Prisons, navigating corruption, punishment, injustice, and the brutal realities of the Indian penal system.
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Black Warrant is a gritty, character-driven crime drama series adapted from the non-fiction book Black Warrant: Confessions of a Tihar Jailer by Sunil Gupta and Sunetra Choudhury. Released on Netflix on January 10, 2025, the seven-episode first season explores the visceral experience of Sunil Gupta as he begins his career inside India’s iconic Tihar Jail. From early optimism and idealism to confronting systemic corruption and moral ambiguity, the narrative charts his transformation amid intense violence and bureaucratic dysfunction. Packed with real historical figures such as Charles Sobhraj and grounded by immersive performances from Zahan Kapoor, Rahul Bhat, Paramvir Singh Cheema, and Anurag Thakur, the show blends social insight with powerful storytelling. Through its detailed depiction of prison politics and human survival, Black Warrant presents a compelling examination of justice and reform, resonating with audiences interested in crime drama grounded in real events.
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Production House | Andolan Films |
Budget | NA |
Box Office | NA |
No of Seasons | 1 |
No of Episodes | 7 |
Total Runtime | Approx 280-320 mins (varies per ep) |
OTT Platform | Netflix |
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FAQs About Black Warrant
- What is Black Warrant about?
A prison drama depicting justice, corruption, and life inside Tihar Jail.
- Who is the protagonist?
Sunil Gupta (Zahan Kapoor).