Actors Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav, who played the antagonists Babu and Rajjo in Prime Video's crime drama Raakh, have been named recipients of IMDb's "Breakout Star" STARmeter Awards.
The recognition is given to performers who make a strong impact on IMDb's Popular Indian Celebrities chart. Both actors have received praise from viewers for their performances in the series, which has drawn attention since its release.
While Raakh features Ali Fazal and Sonali Bendre in leading roles, the performances of Akash and Ramandeep as the show's central antagonists have also been widely discussed.
Actors react to the honour
Reacting to the recognition, Akash Makhija shared his excitement on social media.
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"From searching credits as a kid to being #1 on the IMDb Celebrity list. Life really does come full circle."
Ramandeep Yadav also expressed gratitude after receiving the honour.
"Thank You so much."
The IMDb STARmeter Awards highlight emerging performers who witness a significant rise in popularity among users of the entertainment database platform.
About the series
Directed by Prosenjit Roy, Raakh is loosely based on the 1978 Geeta and Sanjay Chopra murder case.
Set in Delhi during the late 1970s, the crime drama follows siblings Suman and Sahil Arora, whose lives change after an encounter with criminals Babu and Rajjo.
Their disappearance sends shockwaves across the city and leads to a major investigation headed by Sub-Inspector Jayprakash "JP" Jatav.
As the probe expands to different cities, the series explores both the police investigation and the emotional impact of the tragedy on the victims' family.
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Audience response
Since its release, Raakh has generated discussion for its storytelling and performances. The recognition for Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav reflects the attention their characters have received from audiences and industry watchers alike.
Their performances as Babu and Rajjo have emerged as some of the most talked-about aspects of the crime drama.
FAQs:
Which Raakh actors won the IMDb Breakout Star award?
Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav received the honour.
What roles did they play in Raakh?
They portrayed the antagonists Babu and Rajjo in the crime drama.
