Streamer DocuBay is set to premiere “Dupatta Killer,” a true-crime documentary exploring the case of Mahanand Naik, described as “Goa’s most infamous serial killer.”
The documentary, which begins streaming March 21, delves into the disturbing story of Naik, who was accused of murdering 16 women but ultimately convicted for only one. His method involved luring victims with false promises of marriage before strangling them with their own dupattas (scarves).
Director Patrick Graham’s documentary aims to examine both the psychology behind Naik’s crimes and the systemic failures that allowed him to evade justice for years. The film incorporates survivor testimonies and expert insights while focusing on how Naik targeted vulnerable women from underprivileged backgrounds by manipulating societal pressures surrounding marriage.
“Directing this documentary was a tough challenge, as it meant dealing with sensitive issues and finding a way to tell a complex story with care,” Graham. “While the story has been told before, we aimed to give it a new perspective, going beyond the crime to look at the systemic failures that made it possible.”
The documentary also addresses contemporary questions about justice as Naik’s potential release after 15 years of imprisonment sparks debate on rehabilitation and accountability.
Aditya Pittie, managing director of DocuBay parent company IN10 Media Network, called the documentary “a powerful reminder of the pressing issues within our justice system and the long-lasting effects of crime on society.”
Producer Samar Khan, CEO of Juggernaut Productions, noted the project’s social significance: “While fictional stories are increasingly popular, we recognize that non-fiction narratives, particularly documentaries, have a unique ability to make a meaningful social impact.”
DocuBay, headquartered in Mumbai, specializes in streaming international documentaries and is available in over 170 countries across multiple platforms including Apple TV, Fire TV, Roku, and Samsung TVs.
