SonyLIV’s malayalam original ‘Eyes’ premieres October 9 – a psychological thriller on stalking

Kochi: SonyLIV’s new Malayalam original Eyes premiered on October 9. Directed by Uyare filmmaker Manu Ashokan, the 7-episode series marks his web series debut and reunion with writers Bobby-Sanjay after Uyare and Kaanekkaane.

The show stars Kani Kusruti as police officer Tina Sebastian, alongside Nikhila Vimal, Shruti Ramachandran, Saniya Iyappan and Dev Mohan. Story by Anjana Nayar, produced by TR Shamsudheen under Dream Katcher Productions.

Based on the tagline ‘Watch, Defend, Protect’, the plot follows Tina investigating disturbing cases involving women. A police-backed team – two cops and two mental health professionals – uses a software called ‘Eyes’ to identify dangerous stalkers and prevent escalation.

Director Manu Ashokan said, “Eyes is a story I wanted to tell with honesty and sensitivity. Stalking is not just a crime; it can deeply affect a person’s sense of safety.”The series, rated A (Adults Only) for mature themes, explores “obsession, vulnerability and the blurred boundaries between affection, control and fear.”