Rangeen

Rangeen Review - A Performance-Driven Ride That Loses Its Way

After CA Topper (Netflix) , Rangeen is an attempt by Amazon Prime to explore the gigolo-based drama space. This time, it's fronted by the immensely talented Vineet Kumar Singh, and while the premise shows promise, the execution often strays off-course.

Having followed Vineet since Mukkebaaz, I can confidently say his growth as an actor is impressive - from Jaat to Chavva, and now Rangeen, he brings a raw, understated realism to his characters. As Adarsh, the small-town editor caught in a web of betrayal, he delivers a deeply nuanced, natural performance. His screen presence alone carries much of the series.

Rajshri Deshpande as Naina has her moments, though her portrayal doesn't quite match Vineet's emotional depth throughout. It was also a pleasant surprise to see Smita Bansal back on screen - still gorgeous and with undeniable presence.

Sheeba Chadha, though competent as always, seems to be stuck in a loop of similar roles. Much like Rajesh Sharma, her immense talent is underutilized, and both actors seem to operate within the confines of typecasting here.

The biggest letdown, however, is the screenplay. What begins as a tight, provocative story starts to unravel midway. The inclusion of side plots - the jungle subplot, Manju Bhai's tangent, and the gay character arc - feel more like distractions than meaningful contributions. The narrative loses focus multiple times, making the story feel diluted and stretched thin.

It seems like the creators might be laying groundwork for a second season, but at the cost of the current one's coherence.

Verdict: Rangeen is far from perfect - the plot meanders and the script often fumbles. But Vineet Kumar Singh makes it worth watching. His performance is sincere, grounded, and compelling. If you're a fan of character-driven dramas and don't mind some storytelling bumps, this one deserves a watch.

Rating: 3/5.

Rangeen begins life as a daring concept: a mild-mannered journalist, Adarsh (Vineet Kumar Singh), turns gigolo after discovering his wife's affair-with the intention of revenge, personal exploration, and emotional catharsis. Directed by Kopal Naithani and Pranjal Dua, the series tackles themes of ego, identity, desire, and marital fracture with sincere ambition

Vineet Kumar Singh brings legitimacy and depth to a character oscillating between wounded pride and reluctant transformation, while Rajshri Deshpande (as Naina) remains strangely under utilized and side-lined by the writing Among the ensemble, Sheeba Chaddha (Sitara) and Taaruk Raina (Sunny) provide standout background color and energy, grounding what could otherwise feel like aimless indulgence

The writing initially intrigues with its taboo subject handled without melodrama, offering a slow-burning, emotionally textured journey-but over its nine episodes, the pacing stalls What begins fresh and provocative becomes repetitive, directionless, and tonally inconsistent because the series can't decide if it's a comedy, a drama, or a moral inquiry

Pros:

Impressive main performance from Vineet Kumar Singh

Fresh, offbeat premise handled with empathy

Supporting actors (especially Sheeba Chaddha & Taaruk Raina) are engaging and well-written

Cons:

Writing overstays its welcome-losing momentum after the first few episodes

Tone shifts feel abrupt and uneven

Lead characters under-developed, especially Naina,

Brilliant act put together by all the actors. Very raw and natural performance. Something fresh was shown wen it comes to Indian middle class women. The perspective of only women prostitution no longer exists. Enjoyed every bit of watching Rangeen showcasing gigolos.

All together it was fun watching the movie. All the very best to the team.

Great humour. The bromance between the husband and the wife's lover is hilarious. All the characters are offbeat and enjoyable, including the women. The last episode lingers a bit long after the husband and wife meet. If not for that, i would have given it a ten. But on the whole, an enjoyable ride.

Beautiful and a Must watch show. Brilliantly performed by each and every character, from the lead cast to secondary characters all have done their job amazingly well. Writers have written it so profoundly beautiful that touches your heart. Kudoss to the entire team and plzzz Bring the second season alreadyyyy.