MUMBAI: Prime Video’s recently premiered series, Khauf, plunges viewers into a world of pure, raw terror set within an eerie girls’ hostel. At the heart of this haunting new show is Monika Panwar’s character Madhu, a woman battling old scars and a sinister supernatural presence lurking in the shadows. While the spine-chilling show has already piqued audiences’ excitement and kept them on the edge of their seats, Panwar reveals the complexities of her character, who is forced to confront past traumas and an otherworldly presence. She also shares insights about the process of bringing Madhu to life on screen, delving into the darker aspects of human psychology and the paranormal.
Talking about the preparation that went behind getting into the skin of Madhu’s character, Monika says, “I love watching horror films, and when we were shooting for this one, I was totally dependent on world cinema and how they have explored the horror genre. My character, Madhu, goes through a lot – it isn’t just about confronting the supernatural, but about battling her past traumas and fighting them again and again. In terms of preparation, I had to live and feel that psychological state, understanding what the director and creator envisioned. It was also about exploring nuanced expressions – how your body would move when possessed.”
Panwar further elaborates on the challenges and opportunities that come with the horror genre, stating, “For an actor, when it comes to horror, it's like tapping into a broad spectrum of emotions. You’re not just dealing with human emotion but also that invisible, almost maddening evil force. It’s the extreme of power you have to uncover, and that aspect was quite riveting for me.”
Marking Smita Singh’s debut as a creator and showrunner, Khauf is executive-produced by Sanjay Routray and Sarita Patil under the banner of Matchbox Shots. Directed by Pankaj Kumar and Surya Balakrishnan, the series boasts a stellar ensemble cast, featuring Rajat Kapoor, Abhishek Chauhan, Geetanjali Kulkarni, and Shilpa Shukla in key roles. Khauf is exclusively streaming on Prime Video in India and across 240+ countries and territories.
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