S2·E35 Murder At The Studio

Episode recap

The episode opens with the discovery of a grim scene in a modest recording studio. Aniket, a podcaster known for his recent investigative work that exposed the perpetrator of a two‑year‑old murder, is found dead, his throat slit. The starkness of the crime immediately signals a personal motive, suggesting that his latest revelations may have provoked a lethal response. The police are called to the location, and the case is assigned to ACP Ayushmaan, who leads the Crime Investigation Department (CID) in a methodical inquiry.

ACP Ayushmaan arrives at the studio with his team, securing the perimeter and initiating a thorough forensic sweep. The investigators document the layout of the room, the position of the body, and any signs of struggle. They collect physical evidence, including any potential weapons, trace materials, and digital recordings that might have been left on Aniket’s equipment. The CID also examines the studio’s surveillance footage, if any, and reviews Aniket’s recent podcast episodes to understand the context of his latest exposé.

Interviews are conducted with individuals who had recent contact with Aniket. The team questions colleagues, guests, and anyone who might have been aware of his investigative findings. Through these conversations, the CID seeks to identify any threats, disputes, or adversaries that could have been motivated to silence him. The investigators also trace Aniket’s recent communications, looking for messages that hint at intimidation or warning.

As the investigation progresses, ACP Ayushmaan and the CID piece together a timeline of Aniket’s final hours. They cross‑reference the forensic data with the digital footprints uncovered during the inquiry. The episode emphasizes the procedural aspects of the case, highlighting the careful collection of evidence, the logical deduction of possible motives, and the systematic elimination of leads that do not align with the emerging picture.

By the episode’s conclusion, the CID has assembled a set of plausible scenarios that explain how Aniket’s exposure of a long‑standing murder could have led to his own violent death. The investigation remains open, with ACP Ayushmaan promising to pursue every lead until the truth behind the studio murder is fully uncovered.