SonyLIV's latest crime thriller Manvat Murders is capturing viewers' attention with its gripping storyline and stellar performances, especially that of Sonali Kulkarni. Directed by Ashish Bende and written by Girish Joshi, the series is an intense exploration of crime, emotions, and moral dilemmas, earning high praise from critics and audiences alike. The series centres around the unsettling world of crime in a small Indian town, with Sonali Kulkarni portraying the complex character of Rukmini.
Sonali describes her role as one of the most challenging of her career, taking her into uncharted territory. Sonali shared, "Rukmini was a surprise offer to me. I had always anticipated someone would create a series around this topic, though I was unfamiliar with the case details.
It was a sensational news story that I remember, but I didn’t know I’d end up playing one of the key culprits. It was huge." Sonali's preparation for the role included reading the script and engaging with the team to unravel Rukmini’s layers.
"This character isn’t just about being a criminal; there are so many emotions, contradictions, and deep-seated grief driving her actions. Rukmini is fierce, like a tigress, but she is also wounded. Her inability to bear a child has left her feeling rejected and hollow, pushing her toward the heinous acts she plans.
Her pain is profound, and portraying that with authenticity was a big responsibility," Sonali added The physical transformation to embody Rukmini's lo.
