In a world of true crime adaptations and real-life crime stories turning into engaging dramas, audiences can’t help but wonder if the latest crime drama, Mandala Murders is based on a true story or not. The thriller show starring Vaani Kapoor and Vaibhav Raj Gupta has caught everybody’s attention with its narrative and the setting in the town, ‘Charandaspur’. Continue reading to find out if Mandala Murders is a real story or is ‘Charandaspur’ a real town in India.
Is Mandala Murders based on a true story?
For all those who are wondering if Mandala Murders is a true story, the reality is that it is not. Mandala Murders is a thriller drama inspired by the fictional crime novel, The Butcher Of Benares, which was written by Mahendra Jakhar. While the show feels realistic because of its characters, narrative and investigative themes, it is entirely fictional.

