Assyria 2: JioCinema’s long-awaited crime thriller starring Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti has become a national phenomenon, captivating audiences with its fascinating fusion of mythology and forensics. This distinctive combination has become the show’s signature, setting Asur apart as a truly unique and powerful crime thriller. The mesmerizing show has created history, becoming the biggest series in Indian history within just 3 weeks of its launch. It is also now the most popular Indian show according to IMDb world rankings (ranked 50th worldwide).
The show that bowed to audience demand and released all of its balance sheet episodes in one go on June 3 (as opposed to its daily episode schedule), has delivered the scale and pace of viewership that has yet to be seen. has seen in the Indian broadcast landscape. . With close to a staggering 3 million viewers and close to 300 million minutes of watch time in just over two weeks, Asur 2 is truly on its way to setting a record that will take some time to reach.
The first season of Asur garnered a devoted fan base, thanks to its gripping story and outstanding performances by Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti. The show expertly weaved together the mysteries of mythology and the fascinating realities of forensic science, creating an irresistible combination that kept audiences on the edge of their seats. Now, Asur 2 has captured the hearts of fans and viewers across India, cementing its position as a top-rated web series. Audiences are captivated by the show’s legendary signature track, chilling lyrics and soulful beats as they embark on a journey through the mystical ghats of Benaras and witness powerful performances by the talented cast, featuring Ridhi Dogra, Anupriya Goenka, Amey Wagh, Meiyang Chang, Abhishek Chauhan, and Gaurav Arora.
Arshad Warsi, reprising his role as the popular and much-loved forensics expert, Dhananjay Rajpoot, shared his gratitude for the overwhelming response to the new season: “I always knew that Asur was an exceptional show. I’m glad everyone is reflecting the same today.” feeling! With the kind of fandom this show has created, we’re glad this season can take the excitement to new heights. For me, the hero of the show has always been the gripping, fast-paced storytelling. Not surprised but yes, thankful that this one-of-a-kind crime thriller is now ranked India’s most popular show!”
Barun Sobti also shared his thoughts on the huge success of the show: “I don’t think anything has prepared us for this kind of fanaticism and critical acclaim for Asur 2. Despite a 3-year hiatus, the reaction to the trailer itself it was absolutely phenomenal! From the recreation of the show’s iconic dialogues and themes to the relentless demand to be able to watch the show in one go: the fandom for this show is unprecedented compared to any OTT web series. The outpouring of love continues and grows every day and now with IMDb ranking it as the most popular show in India, we can safely say that Asur 2 has only begun its journey of setting new benchmarks in cinematic excellence.”
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