Vikas Dubey was a highly wanted gangster known for killing 8 policemen and with a reward of Rs.5 lakhs on his head. In a dramatic chase and ultimate end, he reportedly tried to escape before being killed in an encounter on his way to Uttar Pradesh’s Shivli in a Special Task Force convoy which overturned in Kanpur.
The announcement came via twitter as the filmmaker retweeted a post, “An edgy political-thriller web-series to be made on the alleged encounter of UP’s notorious gangster, #VikasDubey.. #Shahid and #Omerta fame @mehtahansal will direct the show that explores the Nexus of politics, crime and lawmakers.. Produce by Shailesh Singh, it rolls next year!”
In a statement the director said, “It is a reflection of our times and our system where politics, crime and lawmakers form a curious nexus. It is early to discuss approach but it will be approached responsibly and as a fascinating recounting. I see an edgy political thriller emerging out of this, and it will be very interesting to tell this story.”
The rights to make the web series have been acquired by producer Shailesh Singh’s Karma Media and Entertainment in collaboration with Polaroid Media. The cast has not been finalized yet.
Watch this space for more updates on the release date and announcement for the political thriller web series to be directed by Hansal Mehta.