
“Andhar Maya” (meaning “Dark Illusion”), a Marathi horror web series, premiered on ZEE5 on May 30, 2025. Directed by Bhimrao Mude, this seven-episode series delves into a chilling narrative that blends psychological horror with ancestral curses and unresolved family trauma.Julie Season 1 Download.
The story revolves around the Khatu family, who gather at their sprawling ancestral mansion in the hauntingly beautiful Konkan region to perform the final rites for their elder, Dinushet Khatu. However, their homecoming quickly devolves into a terrifying ordeal. Each family member arrives with a hidden agenda, primarily centered around the sale of the ancient property, which their deceased patriarch was unwilling to part with.
As the family squabbles over the mansion’s fate, strange and sinister events begin to unfold. A young girl, Sayali, starts sensing a ghostly presence, while other family members mysteriously vanish or meet untimely deaths. The long-time caretaker, Gonya (played by Kishor Kadam), an enigmatic figure burdened with secrets, observes these events with a disturbing sense of knowing. The series masterfully builds suspense as it unravels decades-old secrets, revealing how past actions and grudges continue to haunt the present. “Andhar Maya” explores themes of greed, betrayal, and the lingering shadows of history, culminating in a shocking twist that redefines the reality of the horrors witnessed and questions whether the family can ever escape the curse of their ancestral home.