'Search: The Naina Murder Case' Review, Konkona Sen Sharma As 'ACP Sanyukta' Is The Showstopper

Konkona Sen Sharma is back with a new crime thriller series, Search: The Naina Murder Case. Earlier in 2024, she was seen in another crime thriller series, Killer Soup, co-starring Manoj Bajpayee. Search: The Naina Murder Case is a six-part crime thriller series, starring Konkona Sen Sharma, streaming on JioHotstar. For the unversed, the series was released on October 10, 2025. Directed by Rohan Sippy, Search: The Naina Murder Case is an Indian adaptation of the acclaimed Danish show, The Killing. Now, let’s learn whether the series is worth watching.

Plotline of Konkona Sen Sharma starrer, Search: The Naina Murder Case

The story of the crime thriller revolves around 'ACP Sanyukta Das' (played by Konkona Sen Sharma), an experienced yet emotionally layered detective who plans to relocate with her husband and daughter to another city to save her marriage. However, her plans are interrupted when the body of a teenage girl named 'Naina' (played by Chandsi Kataria) is found inside a politician's car, submerged in a lake. 'Sanyukta' teams up with an egoistic new officer, 'ACP Jai Kanwal' (played by Surya Sharma), to solve the complicated murder case.

As the duo proceeds with their investigation, a web of secrets, including 'Naina's' college friends and a youth politician, 'Tushar Surve' (played by Shiv Panditt), gets unveiled. Several hidden motives come to the forefront, revealing the connection between power and corruption. While each suspect seems guilty, none can be proven guilty. As 'Sanyukta' digs deeper into 'Naina's' mysterious murder case, she also faces personal struggles, a troubled marriage and an increasingly distant teenage daughter.

Konkona Sen Sharma's stellar performance is the main highlight of the series

Konkona Sen Sharma beautifully portrays the role of 'ACP Sanyukta Das' in Search: The Naina Murder Case. She has brought depth and sensitivity to her character. 'Sanyukta' is not just a skilled investigating officer but also a mother trying to balance both her personal and professional life. Konkona has blended calm and intelligence with the emotions and responsibilities of a mother and a wife in her character. Her performance feels natural and real, reflecting her true understanding of what the character is all about. Konkona’s portrayal of a woman who appears strong on the outside but is also struggling hard to find meaning and direction in her own life becomes the main highlight of the crime thriller series.

What are critics saying about Search: The Naina Murder Case?

Konkona Sen Sharma’s performance is the main highlight of the series, and critics also hold the same opinion. She brings strength, intelligence, and vulnerability to her character, 'Sanyukta', by portraying both a skilled investigating officer and a tired woman who is trying hard to hold her life together. Her chemistry with the new officer, the impulsive 'Jai', adds both balance and tension to the whodunit’s narrative.

Critics have also praised Shiv Panditt's portrayal of the youth politician, 'Tushar Surve', for his calm yet mysterious demeanour. While the first half of the series is gripping and full of suspense, critics find the second half crowded with too many subplots and suspects. In fact, the ending left a mystery behind, possibly hinting at another season, which has clearly disappointed some viewers who were in search of straight answers.

Final verdict: Is Search: The Naina Murder Case worth watching?

Search: The Naina Murder Case, the crime thriller directed by Rohan Sippy, is worth a watch for Konkona Sen Sharma’s powerful performance and its gripping first half. Although the story loses pace in the second half and ends on an unresolved note, the intriguing setup and performances make the series a decent one to watch this weekend.

What are your thoughts on the series, Search: The Naina Murder Case? Let us know.

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