Get ready to dive back into the gritty world of Kerala Crime Files, because Season 2 is hitting JioHotstar tomorrow, June 20, 2025, and it’s bringing a whole new vibe! Directed by Ahammed Khabeer, who gave us the first season’s gripping murder mystery, this new chapter follows the disappearance of CPO Ambili Raju, played by Indrans. In a recent chat with RJ Mathukkutty, Khabeer spilled what makes Season 2 stand out from the first one and why it’s gonna keep you glued to your screen. Here’s the deal on this darker, punchier sequel.
A Bolder, Gritter Vibe
When Kerala Crime Files dropped in June 2023, it hooked fans with its real-deal cop story, tight plot, and awesome performances from Aju Varghese and Lal as detectives cracking a sex worker’s murder case. It mixed the investigation with peeks into the cops’ personal lives, making it super relatable. But Season 2? It’s going harder. In a recent chat with RJ Mathukkutty, “We’re leaning big into the procedural drama this time. We ditched the personal-life stuff to keep the focus locked on the case.” Think less chit-chat, more straight-up crime-solving intensity.
The trailer, out since June 14, sets a creepy mood with a bloody phone found in a ditch, kicking off a tense hunt led by CI Kurian (Lal) and SI Manoj (Aju Varghese), with new cop Arjun Radhakrishnan jumping in. Khabeer wanted to mix things up, saying he and writer Bahul Ramesh went for a “bigger, bolder” story that doesn’t just rehash Season 1. It’s all about digging into Ambili Raju’s vanishing act, and it’s got a darker edge that’s gonna hit different.
Killer Cast and a Nostalgic Twist
Season 2’s got the OG crew back—Aju Varghese, Lal, Navas Vallikkunnu, Sanju Sanichen, and Zhinz Shan—plus new faces like Arjun Radhakrishnan, Harisree Ashokan, Renjit Shekar, Noorin Shereef, Jeo Baby, Shibla Fara, and Bilas Chandrahasan. Indrans steals the show as CPO Ambili Raju, the missing cop at the heart of the mystery, and Harisree Ashokan’s Ayyappan, the main suspect, adds some serious sketchy vibes. Fans got a fun surprise when Indrans, Ashokan, and Lal dropped a Punjabi House comedy throwback in a teaser—pure nostalgia after 27 years!
Khabeer’s hyped about the cast, especially Indrans. “He brings this quiet intensity that just grabs you,” he said, teasing a heavy emotional vibe. The six-episode season, streaming in Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, and Bengali, is packed with twists and deep characters that’ll keep you hooked.
The Team Behind the Thrills
Khabeer’s not just directing—he’s producing too, under his Monkey Business Cinemas banner with Hassan Rasheed and Jithin Stanislaus. He teamed up with his old film school pal Bahul Ramesh, who wrote the script, to keep it fresh but still true to the show’s roots. “We treated it like a top-tier crime drama, cutting out the extra fluff,” Khabeer told THE WEEK, aiming for that raw, no-nonsense feel. Hesham Abdul Wahab’s music ramps up the suspense, building on Season 1’s killer vibe.
Khabeer’s chill but curious about how fans will vibe with it, especially since Malayalam web series were brand-new when Season 1 dropped. “I’m not stressed, just pumped to see if people connect,” he told The Times of India, nudging viewers to keep an open mind. With no big OTT drops this weekend, Season 2’s got a clear shot to steal the spotlight.
Why You Gotta Watch
Season 1 was a quiet hit, loved for its realness and sharp writing, and Season 2’s turning up the heat with a darker, case-focused story. The trailer’s dropping hints—a missing cop, a shady suspect, and a 10-year time jump—that promise a wild ride. Khabeer’s all-in on making this a standout in Malayalam OTT, which is still figuring out long-form storytelling, and it feels like a big step up.
Where and When to Stream
Kerala Crime Files Season 2 kicks off on JioHotstar at 12 AM tomorrow, June 20, 2025, with episodes dropping in a bunch of languages. If you’re rocking OTTplay Premium, you can catch it there too. It’s the perfect weekend binge for anyone who loves a good crime thriller.
Source: OTTPlay