Okay, hear me out.
When I hit play on Rangeen on Prime Video, I thought, “Oh great, another Tribhuvan Mishra: CA Topper-type situation.” Male escort stories aren’t exactly breaking news anymore. But within a couple of episodes, I realised that while the concept feels familiar, Rangeen is doing its own thing… and for the most part, it works.
Yes, it’s got scandal, sex work, and steamy moments, but at its core, this isn’t about that. It’s about Adarsh, an insecure, suffocated man figuring himself out in the most unexpected way possible. Think less Fifty Shades, more “man goes through quarter-life crisis in questionable ways.”
The Emotional Punch
The real win for Rangeen is how it makes you feel things you weren’t prepared for.
Adarsh doesn’t dive into the gigolo life like it’s some glamorous party. He stumbles into it, messes up, and almost loses himself. There’s shame, rebellion, self-discovery… and honestly, it’s a messy but very human journey.
Even critics are vibing with this part. Filmibeat calls it “deep themes with sensitivity and dark humour,” and Free Press Journal says it “flirts with scandal yet lands on emotional depth.” Agree, 100%.
The People Who Make It Work
Vineet Kumar Singh nails the slow-burn performance. He plays Adarsh like a man constantly swallowing an inner scream, and that makes his transformation super believable. ABP Live wasn’t kidding when they called it “layered and hauntingly real.”
But the real scene-stealer? Taruk Raina. The man brings charm, comic timing, and just the right amount of swagger. Even TOI says you could watch Rangeen just for him, and they’re not wrong.
Plus, the supporting cast (Sheeba Chaddha, we see you 👀) aren’t just fillers. They ground the story when it threatens to float away.
Where It Trips Up
I’m not gonna sugarcoat it, some episodes feel like they were put on slow-cook mode. I legit wished I could watch parts at 1.5x speed, and I knew I wasn't going to miss anything important. Cinema Express summed it up perfectly: “Once the excitement of the premise wears off, the nine-episode run feels laborious.” Facts.
Also… can we talk about Naina’s infidelity? It’s basically the reason Adarsh spirals, but the show barely touches it. Feels like a missed opportunity.
And the ending? Let’s just say they clearly wanted a second season. It’s abrupt, open-ended, and a little too “wait, that’s it?” territory. Firstpost nailed it: “stops short of being unhinged and unpredictable.”
Final Take (3.7/5)
Rangeen won’t change your life, but it will surprise you with its emotional layers and strong performances. If you’re okay with a few slow patches and an ending that teases more than it delivers, it’s worth the watch.
Watch it if:
✅ You love character-driven stories
✅ You don’t mind slow pacing
✅ You’re cool with a “to be continued” vibe
Skip it if:
❌ You hate unresolved endings
❌ You want something light and breezy
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