Ray (TV series)

Ray is an anthology drama streaming television series created by Nitya Mehra. The series, based on short stories written by Satyajit Ray, premiered on Netflix on June 25, 2021. Each episode presents a distinct narrative, exploring themes of ego, revenge, misanthropy, and identity through different characters and genres. The series features a star-studded cast including Manoj Bajpayee, Ali Fazal, Harshvardhan Kapoor, and Kay Kay Menon.

The four episodes, each directed by a different director, aim to capture the essence of Satyajit Ray's storytelling, updating his classic tales for a modern audience. The episodes are titled: "Forget Me Not," "Bahrupiya," "Hungama Hai Kyon Barpa," and "Spotlight." Each episode focuses on a central character and explores a specific aspect of human nature, often with a twist ending or moral dilemma.

The series received mixed reviews upon release, with some critics praising the acting performances and visual style, while others criticized the uneven quality of the stories and the adaptation of Ray's original works. Despite the mixed reception, the series offered a new interpretation of Satyajit Ray's work and introduced his stories to a wider global audience through the Netflix platform.