'Brown': How this web-series by Abhinay Deo reinvents the craft of Karisma Kapoor

At a time when many actors are gravitating towards glamorous, image-reinforcing roles, Karisma Kapoor continues to take the road less travelled.

Her latest series Brown is a powerful example. Playing Rita Brown, a troubled detective battling personal demons while investigating a murder case, Karisma steps away from conventional star personas and embraces a character that is flawed, vulnerable and deeply complex. The result has earned widespread praise from audiences, critics and the industry alike.

What makes this particularly noteworthy is that it reflects a larger pattern in her career. Rather than relying on nostalgia or recreating the image that made her one of Bollywood's biggest stars, Karisma has consistently chosen projects that challenge expectations. From Mentalhood to Murder Mubarak and now Brown, her choices have been driven by a desire to evolve rather than simply remain visible.

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In an industry that often rewards familiarity, Karisma's willingness to embrace risk stands out. She isn't interested in preserving a version of herself that audiences already know. Instead, she continues to explore new characters, genres and emotional territory.

Three decades into her career, Countless milestones. Yet the most remarkable thing about Karisma Kapoor is her willingness to keep evolving. That is what continues to set her apart.

Abhinay Deo has achieved a rare distinction with two of his shows, ‘Brown’ and ‘24’, featuring in IMDb’s list of the 100 Most Popular Hindi TV Shows. While the recently released “Brown” has secured the No. 1 position, “24” the landmark thriller that first aired in India over a decade ago, continues to enjoy enduring popularity, ranking at No. 5.

The achievement underlines Deo’s ability to create stories that resonate with audiences across generations and platforms. While “Brown” has generated significant buzz following its release on Zee5, “24” has found a fresh audience on JioStar.