The platform offers the series in its original Tamil language, as well as dubbed versions in Hindi and other regional languages to cater to a pan-Indian audience. Final Thoughts

In 2019, the streaming platform released a Tamil-language original series titled Auto Shankar . The show stars Appani Sarath in a powerhouse performance as the titular criminal. Why the show became a hit:

The story of Auto Shankar is a grim reminder of the dark side of human nature. His crimes were brutal and inhumane, and they shocked the nation. However, his eventual arrest and conviction brought closure to the families of the victims and served as a deterrent to potential perpetrators.

His story sent shockwaves through India, not just because of the brutality of the crimes, but because of his alleged links to high-ranking police officials and politicians. Shankar was eventually captured and hanged in 1995. The Rise of the "Auto Shankar" Web Series