Raktanchal Season 3 was released today, July 16, 2026, on Amazon MX Player. The eight-episode web drama raises the stakes this time with an intense blend of crime, politics, and revenge, making it a gripping addition to the franchise. While the previous seasons were more about the power and politics battle, the new season dives deeper into the personal revenge struggle, following the Waseem Bhai Versus Vijay Singh war. From brutal action sequences and emotionally charged moments to deeper conflicts and personal journeys, the story keeps viewers invested throughout.
The Plot
Set in Purvanchal, the third season resumes the storyline but with a shocking opening scene. A truck driver finds Waseem Khan (Nikitin Dheer) injured in the dense forest and brings him safely to his family, and when asked about the person behind his condition, he names Vijay Singh (Kranti Prakash Jha).
Vijay, in the previous season, was killed, but no one was aware that he was still alive. However, the developments in the city give a hint. At one point, Waseem’s brother, Bilal (Shashi Chaturvedi), attempts to trap Vijay by targeting his mother; however, Vijay always moves a step ahead. Vijay gets emotional thinking about his wife Roli (Soundarya Sharma) and vows to kill Waseem himself.
As the danger mounts, Baba Khan warns the politician Saraswati Devi (Mahie Gill) to brace up to protect Waseem, while Vijay plans big, saving himself by securing his weak points. As the battle between Waseem and Vijay intensifies, ACP Himanshu Patnaik (Karan Patel) forms a special force to clean the city with the vision to stop the crime and this sets the stage for drama ahead prompting questions—will Waseem Khan be able to seek revenge, will Vijay Singh be able to save his family and will ACP Himanshu be able to maintain law and order and the answer is better experience yourself watching the web series.
Direction, Craft, & More
Director Ritam Srivastav revives the deadly world of crime and revenge with conviction. However, at a few moments or sequences, the series felt slow, but most of the time, the intensity kept us invested. What truly worked was the way the series balanced large-scale political conflict with deeply personal motivations, giving the revenge arc emotional weight. The pacing remains tight, ensuring there are very few dull moments despite the show’s dark tone.
Star Cast Performances
Nikitin Dheer yet again commands attention with his powerful, strong, and tough portrayal of Waseem. His muscled-up personality helps him add the weight his character demands.
Kranti Prakash Jha, as Vijay Singh, was deeply emotional and strong. As a viewer, one can connect with the emotions of his character, while his personality, going against the powerful, looks unreal, but is relatable when his family is on the line.
Karan Patel, as ACP, brought his best on the show. He performed the character with sincerity, and his body language, tone, and language delivery were impressive.
Mahie Gill, Vikram Kochhar, Soundarya Sharma, Pramod Pathak, and Rajesh Kumar, with their respective characters, added to the drama and twists to the storyline.
Overall, Raktanchal Season 3 is a perfect watch for this weekend, especially for fans of gritty crime dramas, as it has plenty of edge-of-the-seat moments to enjoy. It is a violent, twisted, and completely addictive watch that you should not miss.
IWMBuzz rates Raktanchal Season 3, 3.5 out of 5 stars.
