‘Dhootha’ Season 2 Goes on Floors, Naga Chaitanya Makes Producing Debut

The much-anticipated second season of the supernatural thriller Dhootha officially went on floors on Friday at Annapurna Studios, Hyderabad , marking the return of one of Telugu OTT's most acclaimed mystery dramas. The new season brings back Naga Chaitanya as journalist Sagar Varma while also marking his debut as a producer .

Chaitanya is co-producing the series alongside producer Sharrath Marar , with filmmaker Vikram Kumar returning to direct the next chapter of the supernatural saga. The first season, which premiered on Prime Video in December 2023 , earned praise for its unique blend of mystery, suspense, and paranormal storytelling, emerging as a standout streaming release.

Season 2 is expected to expand on the themes that defined the original series, including karma, corruption, fate, and chilling prophecies . According to the makers, the new installment aims to deliver a darker and more ambitious narrative while retaining the eerie atmosphere that resonated with audiences.

Several familiar faces from the first season are set to return, including Parvathy Thiruvothu and Priya Bhavani Shankar . Their involvement has further fueled excitement among fans eager to revisit the show's unsettling world.

The original season received strong reviews from critics and viewers alike , with many praising its gripping screenplay, performances, and supernatural elements. The series currently holds a 7.7 IMDb rating , reflecting its popularity among audiences.

With production now underway, expectations are high for Dhootha Season 2 as it seeks to build on the success of its predecessor and further strengthen the growing appeal of Telugu-language streaming content across India and beyond.