India, July 23 -- V aani Kapoor has had a successful run in 2025 so far with her theatrical hit Raid 2. Now, she's set to explore a new territory, the world of OTT, with Mandala Murders. While the actor admits feeling nervous about the shift, she's equally excited to delve into long-format storytelling, which she believes allows her to explore her character in greater depth. "I was very intrigued by the long format because it gives you much more room as an actor," she says, adding, "You can explore more nuances, add more layers and really dive deep into the character. In films, you only get 2-3 hours to build an arc, establish it and layer everything in that time." In Mandala Murders, Vaani plays a detective, a role often associated with toughness. Ask her what influenced her to take up the role, and she points to films such as Mardaani (2014) for inspiration. "I also wanted to bring a sense of realness and relatability to my character. She's not just strong - she's also vulnerable, fighting her own demons while trying to excel at her job. She's a fighter from within, like most women, who carry incredible inner strength," she ends....