Pooja Gor as Sub-Inspector Sandhya in 'Looteri Dulhan' on Hungama OTT
Synopsis
Pooja Gor's new Hungama OTT series 'Looteri Dulhan' isn't just a whodunit — it's a character study of a woman cop battling both a bizarre crime wave and the weight of patriarchal expectation. The show's central tension, a face-off between a law enforcer and a fugitive bride, both shaped by survival, gives it an edge beyond the premise.
Key Takeaways
Pooja Gor plays Sub-Inspector Sandhya Yadav in 'Looteri Dulhan' , streaming on Hungama OTT from 19 May 2025 .
The series is set in Madhya Pradesh and follows a crime wave where brides loot grooms and disappear overnight.
Directed by Glen Barretto and Ankush Mohla , the cast includes Sanvikaa , Manmohan Tiwari , and Rajeev Pandey .
Gor described Sandhya as a character fighting for identity, not just solving crimes.
The actress was previously seen in the crime drama 'Kaptaan' alongside Saqib Saleem .
Actress Pooja Gor steps into the role of Sub-Inspector Sandhya Yadav in the new web series 'Looteri Dulhan', which premiered on Hungama OTT on 19 May 2025. The show is set against a strange crime wave in Madhya Pradesh, where brides are allegedly looting their grooms and vanishing without a trace overnight.
The Character: More Than a Cop
Sandhya Yadav is portrayed as a fearless and determined officer, but Gor says the role's appeal runs deeper than the badge. Pooja Gor described her character as emotionally layered — strong on the surface yet constantly navigating societal judgment and the pressure to prove herself.
'What attracted me to Looteri Dulhan was how emotionally layered Sandhya is. She is strong and fearless on the outside, but internally she's constantly battling judgment, expectations, and the pressure to prove herself. She isn't just solving a case, she's fighting for her own identity in a world that constantly tries to define women in limited ways,' Gor said.
The Sandhya-Maya Dynamic
Central to the narrative is the charged relationship between Sandhya and the character Maya, who stands on the opposite side of the law. Gor explained that both women are shaped by survival and patriarchy, albeit in starkly different ways — a tension she found creatively compelling.
'The dynamic between Sandhya and Maya is what makes the story so gripping. They stand on opposite sides of the law, but both are shaped by survival and patriarchy in different ways. As an actor, it was exciting to explore a character who is ambitious, vulnerable, obsessive, and empathetic all at once. Sandhya's journey is intense, emotional, and deeply human,' she added.
Cast, Direction and Platform
Directed by Glen Barretto and Ankush Mohla, the series features Sanvikaa, Manmohan Tiwari, and Rajeev Pandey in key supporting roles. The show streams exclusively on Hungama OTT.
Gor, widely recognised for her long-running role in 'Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya', shared the trailer on social media ahead of the premiere, writing: 'Kahaani mein twist!!! Har missing dulhan ke peeche ek naya jhoot chhupa hai… Aur main uss sach ke bahut kareeb hoon... Dekhiye mera naya show Looteri Dulhan sirf Hungama OTT par.'
What's Next for Pooja Gor
The actress was most recently seen in the Saqib Saleem-led crime drama 'Kaptaan', making 'Looteri Dulhan' her second consecutive outing in the crime genre. The back-to-back roles signal a deliberate pivot toward complex, investigative characters for the actress.
Point of View
And the bride-looting premise risks reading as gimmick. What gives it a fighting chance is the framing Gor describes — a protagonist whose internal conflict mirrors the external case. The Sandhya-Maya dynamic, two women defined by patriarchy but on opposite sides of the law, is the kind of structural tension that elevates genre content. Whether the writing delivers on that promise is the real question Hungama OTT needs to answer.
NationPress
4 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'Looteri Dulhan' about?
'Looteri Dulhan' is a web series set in Madhya Pradesh where a series of brides loot their grooms and vanish overnight. Sub-Inspector Sandhya Yadav, played by Pooja Gor, investigates the mysterious cases.
Where can I watch 'Looteri Dulhan'?
The series streams exclusively on Hungama OTT and premiered on 19 May 2025.
Who plays Sub-Inspector Sandhya Yadav in 'Looteri Dulhan'?
Actress Pooja Gor, known for 'Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya', plays Sub-Inspector Sandhya Yadav — a fearless officer navigating both a crime wave and societal pressure.
Who directed 'Looteri Dulhan'?
The series is directed by Glen Barretto and Ankush Mohla, with a cast that includes Sanvikaa, Manmohan Tiwari, and Rajeev Pandey alongside Pooja Gor.
What other projects has Pooja Gor appeared in recently?
Pooja Gor was most recently seen in 'Kaptaan', a crime drama led by Saqib Saleem, before taking on the lead role in 'Looteri Dulhan'.
