Rana Naidu
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Rana Naidu is an Indian action crime drama television series on Netflix directed by Karan Anshuman and Suparn Verma. It is the Netflix’s first Telugu original series. Adapted from the popular American Showtime series Ray Donovan. On 19 April 2023, the show was renewed for a second season, starring Arjun Rampal as the antagonist.
Infobox
Genre
Action Crime drama
Created by
Karan Anshuman
Based on
Ray Donovan
Written by
Karmanya Ahuja Anany Mody B. V. S. Ravi Vaibhav Vishal Karan Anshuman Dialogues: Vaibhav Vishal
Screenplay by
B. V. S. Ravi
Story by
Ananya Mody
Directed by
Suparn Verma Karan Anshuman
Starring
Arjun Rampal Venkatesh Daggubati Rana Daggubati Suchitra Pillai Rajni Basumatary Gaurav Chopra Surveen Chawla
Music by
Sangeet-Siddharth
Composer
John Stewart Eduri
Country of origin
India
Original language
Hindi
No. of seasons
2
No. of episodes
18
Executive producers
Mohit Shah Pearl Gill
Producers
Sunder Aaron Sumit Shukla
Cinematography
Jaya Krishna Gummadi (Season 1) John Schmidt (Season 2)
Editors
Ninad Khanolkar Manan Ashwin Mehta
Running time
39–50 minutes
Production company
Locomotive Global Inc.
Network
Netflix
Release
March 10, 2023 (2023-03-10) – present
Tables
Rana Naidu (season 1) episodes · Episodes › Season 1 (2023)
1
1
No.
overall
1
No. in
season
1
Title
"He's back"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Rana Naidu works as a fixer for Bollywood celebrities, cleaning up their scandals. When his father Naga is unexpectedly released from prison after 15 years, Rana's carefully built world begins to unravel.
2
2
No.
overall
2
No. in
season
2
Title
"Teen Karod"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Rana handles a blackmail case involving superstar Prince Reddy, while also trying to protect his daughter from bullying. Naga struggles to reconnect with his family after his long absence.
3
3
No.
overall
3
No. in
season
3
Title
"Koi mar gaya kya?"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Naga takes Jaffa and Arjun on a trip to re-establish an old connection while Rana plots to kill two birds with one stone. OB hosts a Diwali party but his sins catch up with him.
4
4
No.
overall
4
No. in
season
4
Title
"Baap bete ke rishte"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Rana helps Toofan get custody of Rehaan but soon finds himself in a tough spot when things take a turn for the worse. Meanwhile, Naga shows up at Prince's screening.
5
5
No.
overall
5
No. in
season
5
Title
"Kitna gurda, kitna goo"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Rana attempts to shut down the CBI investigation. OB is prepped for a risky surgery. Jaffa hosts a housewarming party but it goes out of control.
6
6
No.
overall
6
No. in
season
6
Title
"Bheje ku light, gote ku tight"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Rana goes to Hyderabad to strike a deal with a ghost from the past. Meanwhile, the CBI mounts pressure on Naga.
7
7
No.
overall
7
No. in
season
7
Title
"Nitya"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Rana, Tej, and Jaffa toast the birth anniversary of their sister but its riddled with interruptions. India's most wanted man takes a road trip to Mumbai.
8
8
No.
overall
8
No. in
season
8
Title
"Tu kya kiya?"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Ani wants to go to an awards show with Prince. Meanwhile, Rana's plan with Surya is put into action. Naga has a rendezvous.
9
9
No.
overall
9
No. in
season
9
Title
"Maharaj"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Rana is called to handle a crisis at Tej's studio. Srini is sent to keep an eye on Naina and the kids. The police question Naga about a recent murder.
10
10
No.
overall
10
No. in
season
10
Title
"Game Over g*ndu"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
March 10, 2023
Summary
Rana and Srini go all in for the hunt. Rana tries to flush out Surya but his plan backfires. Naga's actions come full circle.
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | Summary |
| 1 | 1 | "He's back" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Rana Naidu works as a fixer for Bollywood celebrities, cleaning up their scandals. When his father Naga is unexpectedly released from prison after 15 years, Rana's carefully built world begins to unravel. |
| 2 | 2 | "Teen Karod" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Rana handles a blackmail case involving superstar Prince Reddy, while also trying to protect his daughter from bullying. Naga struggles to reconnect with his family after his long absence. |
| 3 | 3 | "Koi mar gaya kya?" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Naga takes Jaffa and Arjun on a trip to re-establish an old connection while Rana plots to kill two birds with one stone. OB hosts a Diwali party but his sins catch up with him. |
| 4 | 4 | "Baap bete ke rishte" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Rana helps Toofan get custody of Rehaan but soon finds himself in a tough spot when things take a turn for the worse. Meanwhile, Naga shows up at Prince's screening. |
| 5 | 5 | "Kitna gurda, kitna goo" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Rana attempts to shut down the CBI investigation. OB is prepped for a risky surgery. Jaffa hosts a housewarming party but it goes out of control. |
| 6 | 6 | "Bheje ku light, gote ku tight" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Rana goes to Hyderabad to strike a deal with a ghost from the past. Meanwhile, the CBI mounts pressure on Naga. |
| 7 | 7 | "Nitya" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Rana, Tej, and Jaffa toast the birth anniversary of their sister but its riddled with interruptions. India's most wanted man takes a road trip to Mumbai. |
| 8 | 8 | "Tu kya kiya?" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Ani wants to go to an awards show with Prince. Meanwhile, Rana's plan with Surya is put into action. Naga has a rendezvous. |
| 9 | 9 | "Maharaj" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Rana is called to handle a crisis at Tej's studio. Srini is sent to keep an eye on Naina and the kids. The police question Naga about a recent murder. |
| 10 | 10 | "Game Over g*ndu" | TBA | TBA | March 10, 2023 | Rana and Srini go all in for the hunt. Rana tries to flush out Surya but his plan backfires. Naga's actions come full circle. |
Rana Naidu (season 2) episodes · Episodes › Season 2 (2025)
11
11
No.
overall
11
No. in
season
1
Title
"One Last Job"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
June 13, 2025
Summary
Rana Naidu attempts to retire from his life as a fixer and focus on his family, but his son Ani is kidnapped by the gangster Rauf. Forced back into the criminal underworld, Rana seeks help from his estranged father, Naga. Together, they plan Ani's rescue with the assistance of powerful ally Viraj Oberoi.
12
12
No.
overall
12
No. in
season
2
Title
"Bada Kutta"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
June 13, 2025
Summary
While Rana confronts Rauf in prison, his wife Naina grows emotionally distant and confides in a new acquaintance, Naveen. Meanwhile, Rana tries to balance Ani's safety with keeping his criminal dealings away from his children.
13
13
No.
overall
13
No. in
season
3
Title
"Well Played Mr. Naidu"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
June 13, 2025
Summary
Rauf begins blackmailing Rana to bend him to his will. Ani's birthday celebration turns tense as Rana and Naina's marital strain deepens, and family tensions threaten to boil over.
14
14
No.
overall
14
No. in
season
4
Title
"Kacchaa Limbu"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
June 13, 2025
Summary
Naga and Tej execute a dangerous heist at Oberoi Studios, seeking leverage against Viraj. Elsewhere, Naina's closeness with Naveen unsettles Rana. Rana struggles to protect both his family and his brother Jaffa, who is preparing for his marriage to Tasneem.
15
15
No.
overall
15
No. in
season
5
Title
"It Will Never Be Okay"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
June 13, 2025
Summary
After Tej is brutally attacked in prison, Rana makes desperate attempts to free him. At the same time, Nitya becomes trapped in a violent shootout, escalating Rana's fear that his family will never be safe from the consequences of his life.
16
16
No.
overall
16
No. in
season
6
Title
"Double Dholki"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
June 13, 2025
Summary
Owing Viraj Oberoi a debt, Rana is coerced into covering up the murder of Paritosh. Anjali manipulates Naga into carrying out a dangerous mission, while Naina's relationship with Naveen continues to test her loyalty to Rana.
17
17
No.
overall
17
No. in
season
7
Title
"Sumdi Mein Lomdi"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
June 13, 2025
Summary
Naveen seizes an opportunity to frame Rana for a crime, hoping to drive a wedge between him and Naina. During the wedding festivities of Jaffa and Tasneem, Rauf launches a deadly ambush, leaving Tej critically injured and Tasneem wounded.
18
18
No.
overall
18
No. in
season
8
Title
"One Last Job Again"
Directed by
TBA
Written by
TBA
Original release date
June 13, 2025
Summary
The Naidu family reels from the wedding attack as Tej fights for his life. Rana finally confronts Rauf and kills him. Before dying, Rauf reveals that OB Mahajan betrayed Rana by leaking Nitya's whereabouts. Rana confronts OB with a gun, forcing him to face his guilt. Later, at Tej's funeral, police arrest Rana for Rauf's murder. As Rana is taken aw
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | Summary |
| 11 | 1 | "One Last Job" | TBA | TBA | June 13, 2025 | Rana Naidu attempts to retire from his life as a fixer and focus on his family, but his son Ani is kidnapped by the gangster Rauf. Forced back into the criminal underworld, Rana seeks help from his estranged father, Naga. Together, they plan Ani's rescue with the assistance of powerful ally Viraj Oberoi. |
| 12 | 2 | "Bada Kutta" | TBA | TBA | June 13, 2025 | While Rana confronts Rauf in prison, his wife Naina grows emotionally distant and confides in a new acquaintance, Naveen. Meanwhile, Rana tries to balance Ani's safety with keeping his criminal dealings away from his children. |
| 13 | 3 | "Well Played Mr. Naidu" | TBA | TBA | June 13, 2025 | Rauf begins blackmailing Rana to bend him to his will. Ani's birthday celebration turns tense as Rana and Naina's marital strain deepens, and family tensions threaten to boil over. |
| 14 | 4 | "Kacchaa Limbu" | TBA | TBA | June 13, 2025 | Naga and Tej execute a dangerous heist at Oberoi Studios, seeking leverage against Viraj. Elsewhere, Naina's closeness with Naveen unsettles Rana. Rana struggles to protect both his family and his brother Jaffa, who is preparing for his marriage to Tasneem. |
| 15 | 5 | "It Will Never Be Okay" | TBA | TBA | June 13, 2025 | After Tej is brutally attacked in prison, Rana makes desperate attempts to free him. At the same time, Nitya becomes trapped in a violent shootout, escalating Rana's fear that his family will never be safe from the consequences of his life. |
| 16 | 6 | "Double Dholki" | TBA | TBA | June 13, 2025 | Owing Viraj Oberoi a debt, Rana is coerced into covering up the murder of Paritosh. Anjali manipulates Naga into carrying out a dangerous mission, while Naina's relationship with Naveen continues to test her loyalty to Rana. |
| 17 | 7 | "Sumdi Mein Lomdi" | TBA | TBA | June 13, 2025 | Naveen seizes an opportunity to frame Rana for a crime, hoping to drive a wedge between him and Naina. During the wedding festivities of Jaffa and Tasneem, Rauf launches a deadly ambush, leaving Tej critically injured and Tasneem wounded. |
| 18 | 8 | "One Last Job Again" | TBA | TBA | June 13, 2025 | The Naidu family reels from the wedding attack as Tej fights for his life. Rana finally confronts Rauf and kills him. Before dying, Rauf reveals that OB Mahajan betrayed Rana by leaking Nitya's whereabouts. Rana confronts OB with a gun, forcing him to face his guilt. Later, at Tej's funeral, police arrest Rana for Rauf's murder. As Rana is taken aw |