Welted Marigold | Desi Crime & Indian True Crime Stories

Send us Fan Mail In the world of South Asian true crime, few stories rival the 1944 murder of C.N. Lakshmikanthan—a case that didn’t just shock the public, but brought the glittering world of the Madras film industry to its knees. This episode is a deep dive into the scandal that ruined superstars, exposed a blackmail empire, and changed Indian cinema history forever. What happens when the most po...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Welted Marigold with your storyteller Ambica , where we delve into the dark and mysterious true crime stories from South Asia and beyond. Tonight, we investigate the profoundly tragic and shocking Sana Yusf murder case. Sana Yusf, a vibrant 17-year-old digital leader from Islamabad, was a one-woman industry who commanded over a million adoring followers across platforms...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into the complex and shocking saga of the Maharani Anila Kumari murder case , a sensational crime that has gripped Madhya Pradesh. This investigation focuses on the alleged suspicious death of the 95-year-old Maharani of the erstwhile Narwar Royal Family in Ujjain. The case is not just about a missing royal, but a bitter, ongoing family property dispute over ancestral land va...

Send us Fan Mail Step back to colonial India in 1925 for the Bawla murder case, the royal scandal that shook the British Raj. When wealthy businessman Abdul Kader Bawla is brazenly shot dead on Malabar Hill, Bombay, the trail leads directly to a powerful Maharaja, a beautiful courtesan, and a daring plot of kidnapping and passion. This is not just a murder mystery—it's a story of love, lust,...

Send us Fan Mail The most shocking political true crime story in modern India. Pramod Mahajan was the BJP's charismatic "Kingmaker" and a Union Cabinet Minister. His extraordinary life was ended not by a political rival, but by his own flesh and blood. In this chilling episode of The Brand and Tonic Show , we go beyond the headlines to uncover the toxic saga of the Mahajan brothers...

Send us Fan Mail In the wealthy, exclusive Royal Park Condominium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, a life of privilege masked a savage brutality. This is the harrowing true crime story of Ivonne Johnson, a bright 19-year-old found murdered in a rarely used fire escape stairwell in 2005. The Case That Rocked a Nation: Ivonne's killer was one of their own: Jude Anthony Ja, a member of Sri Lanka's af...

Send us Fan Mail Dive deep into the chilling Burari Murders case – one of India’s most perplexing and disturbing mass deaths. In this episode of Shadows of Burari, we meticulously dissect the evidence, the shocking discovery of eleven family members found deceased, and the terrifying belief system that led to this tragedy. Explore the unsettling dynamics of the Chundawat family, the intricate web...

Send us Fan Mail The perfect nightmare: A crowded Halloween party ends in a brutal murder, with a crime scene so contaminated it baffled police for years. This is the chilling story of Arpana Jinaga. In 2008, 24-year-old software engineer Arpana Jinaga hosted a massive Halloween costume party at her Redmond, Washington apartment complex. Hundreds of guests came and went, but two days later, Arpana...

Send us Fan Mail The Night A Monarchy Was Obliterated. On June 1, 2001, nine members of Nepal’s Royal Family, including King Birendra and Queen Aishwarya, were gunned down at the Narayanhiti Palace. The official verdict was clear: Crown Prince Dipendra —fueled by rage over a forbidden marriage and substance abuse—murdered his family before taking his own life. This chilling true crime episode diss...

Send us Fan Mail It started with a simple email, a mysterious online profile, or a digital trail left in the dark corners of the web. This is the groundbreaking true story of India’s First Cyber Murder, the case that proved technology wouldn't just be a tool for criminals, but also a weapon for killers. In a seemingly ordinary life, a venomous, digitally-fueled plot was being hatched. When th...

Send us Fan Mail A true crime case that shook the foundation of the Indian Church. In 1992, Sister Abhaya, a young nun in Kottayam, Kerala, was found dead in a convent well. What followed was a decades-long struggle for justice, initially dismissed as a suicide by the local police, only for the CBI to later confirm it was a brutal murder. This episode dives deep into one of India’s most controvers...

Send us Fan Mail The Hae Min Lee murder case is back in the spotlight, and this time, the twists are more profound than ever. Convicted in 2000 and subject of the globally famous Serial podcast, Adnan Syed spent 23 years maintaining his innocence. In 2022, a stunning move led to his release, but the legal saga did not end there. This episode is your essential, up-to-the-minute true crime deep-dive...

Send us Fan Mail The brutal 2021 murder of Noor Mukadam in Islamabad sent shockwaves across Pakistan and the world, becoming a symbol of the pervasive issue of violence against women. Join us as we unravel the chilling timeline of events, from Noor's desperate attempts to escape to the high-profile trial that captured a nation's attention. We'll explore the complex details of the ca...

Send us Fan Mail On January 17, 2014, the world woke up to a shocking headline: Sunanda Pushkar, the vibrant, outspoken businesswoman and wife of prominent politician Shashi Tharoor, was found dead in a luxury hotel suite at The Leela Palace in Delhi. What followed was a complex web of intrigue, high-profile politics, and a true crime mystery that has captivated a nation for over a decade. Was it...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we dive deep into the Anni Dewani murder case, a captivating and complex story that made international headlines. In this episode, we explore the mysterious death of Anni Dewani, a young bride killed during her honeymoon in South Africa. Was it a random hijacking, or was there a sinister plot orchestrated by the one person who should have protected her? We meticulously...

Send us Fan Mail On a fateful morning in May 2008, the bodies of 14-year-old Aarushi Talwar and the family's domestic helper, Hemraj, were discovered in the Talwars' Noida home. What followed was a sensational double-murder case that captivated and shocked India. Was it a crime of passion, a conspiracy, or a tragic miscarriage of justice? This documentary podcast re-examines the botched...

Send us Fan Mail On April 5, 1993, Bollywood's rising star, Divya Bharti, died under mysterious circumstances after falling from her fifth-floor apartment. At just 19, she was at the peak of her career, and her sudden death has been a subject of speculation and debate for decades. Was it a tragic accident, a deliberate suicide, or something far more sinister? In this exclusive episode of The...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we re-examine the perplexing case surrounding the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput. Beyond the headlines and celebrity status, this episode delves into the unanswered questions, the conflicting reports, and the controversial theories that have made his case one of Bollywood's most enduring mysteries. We'll explore the initial suicide verdict, the subsequent...

Send us Fan Mail The brutal murder of Noor Mukaddam in Islamabad became one of the most talked-about true crime cases in Pakistan's history. This isn't just a story of a life tragically cut short, but a deep dive into betrayal, the dangerous intersection of class privilege and power, and an entire nation's fight for justice. In July 2021, the world watched in horror as details emerg...

Send us Fan Mail On a quiet night in Noida, a family's life was shattered by a brutal double murder. But what really happened inside the Talwar home. We dive deep into one of India's most controversial and perplexing true crime cases: the 2008 murders of teenager Aarushi Talwar and the family's domestic help, Hemraj Banjade. This episode meticulously examines the timeline of events,...

Send us Fan Mail In the quiet, upscale neighborhood of Parle Point in Surat, India, a gruesome scene was discovered on the night of June 27, 2016. Dishit Jariwala, a young and successful textile mill owner, was found hacked to death in his own home. Initially, the crime scene pointed to a robbery gone wrong, with Dishit's wife, Welcy Jariwala, claiming she and their daughter were locked in a...

Send us Fan Mail In January 2014, the world was captivated by a shocking story out of New Delhi. The sudden death of socialite and businesswoman Sunanda Pushkar sent shockwaves through India's political and media circles. This episode provides a comprehensive look at the Sunanda Pushkar death investigation, from the initial discovery of her body to the shifting legal battles and the accusatio...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of Welted Marigold explores a notorious Pakistan true crime case. As a Desi Crime podcast , we bring you deep dives into the most mysterious stories from across South Asia , including India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh. In this episode of Welted Marigold , we deconstruct the tragic and controversial life of Qandeel Baloch , Pakistan's first true social media...

Send us Fan Mail Explore the chilling truth behind the Shraddha Walkar murder case, one of India's most shocking live-in relationship crimes. This extended true crime podcast episode takes a deep dive into the horrifying details, the investigation, and the societal implications of Aaftab Poonawala's gruesome act. We meticulously unpack the timeline, from Shraddha's aspirations to th...

Send us Fan Mail About this episode: This episode of Welted Marigold explores a tragic Punjab, India and Canada true crime case. As an Indian True crime/  Desi Crime podcast , we bring you deep dives into the most mysterious stories from across South Asia , including India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh. What happens when a mother’s love turns into a deadly obsession with "honor"? In t...