Investigate the unsettling enigma of a serial killer terrorizing the highways of South India, targeting women for three years. Despite the absence of concrete evidence, the alarming resemblances among the victims amplify the urgency in the search for this predatory individual. Uncover the disturbing specifics of these unresolved cases and the unwavering quest for justice.

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Are you intrigued by tales of heists reminiscent of Hollywood and Bollywood? Such an event indeed transpired on the Salem Chennai Express. Delve into the accounts of the mastermind criminals who seized control of a moving train and made off with Rs. 5.78 crores. The subsequent capture of these criminals by the Tamil Nadu police is a remarkable chapter in history.

She had come down to Bangalore for studying. However, she fell for the colourful life of Bangalore. Beena realised that the college students could not fulfill her dreams and meet her expenses. She started hobnobbing with rich politicians. To have their own way, politicians advised her to marry a college student, who was after her. The boy was forced to marry her. After marriage, the boy realised the true colours of his wife. The boy's father, a scientist did not take the issue kindly. After few days, Beena went missing and the police could recover only few bones of Beena, which was cut into pieces. Human Podium explores the turn of events that led to the gruesome murder of Beena in the hands of her father-in-law

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nandakumara G K

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Prajwal Niranjan

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

She had come down to Bangalore for studying. However, she fell for the colourful life of Bangalore. Beena realised that the college students could not fulfill her dreams and meet her expenses. She started hobnobbing with rich politicians. To have their own way, politicians advised her to marry a college student, who was after her. The boy was forced to marry her. After marriage, the boy realised the true colours of his wife. The boy's father, a scientist did not take the issue kindly. After few days, Beena went missing and the police could recover only few bones of Beena, which was cut into pieces. Human Podium explores the turn of events that led to the gruesome murder of Beena in the hands of her father-in-law

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nandakumara G K

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Prajwal Niranjan

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

Whoever visits Bangalore acknowledges the architectural beauty of Vidhana Soudha. Karnataka's second Chief Minister Kengal Hanumanthaiah was behind constructing the marvelous structure, hosting the Karnataka Legislature. The man, who contributed to Karnataka as Chief Minister as well as member of Union Cabinet had to live a lonely life towards the end. Worst was that his grandson was caught in a controversy that entire country talked about. Kengal Hanumanthaiah's grandson Suneel Sandeep was a very good student and Suneel's father was a top official of IOCL. However, his uncle had sown America dream into his head. Believing his uncle, Suneel left his engineering studies in half, fought with his father and went to Ameria. Contarary to his dream, Suneel's life took a different turn. When he returned to India, first he escaped police at Delhi Airport after they found a pistol in his baggage and then, he was charged with stealing multiple cars. He was also charged with a Bank robber, before being arrested in Bangalore. Human Podium explores the journey of Suneel, a prodigy turned a criminal...

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nandakumara G K

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Prajwal Niranjan

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

Whoever visits Bangalore acknowledges the architectural beauty of Vidhana Soudha. Karnataka's second Chief Minister Kengal Hanumanthaiah was behind constructing the marvelous structure, hosting the Karnataka Legislature. The man, who contributed to Karnataka as Chief Minister as well as member of Union Cabinet had to live a lonely life towards the end. Worst was that his grandson was caught in a controversy that entire country talked about. Kengal Hanumanthaiah's grandson Suneel Sandeep was a very good student and Suneel's father was a top official of IOCL. However, his uncle had sown America dream into his head. Believing his uncle, Suneel left his engineering studies in half, fought with his father and went to Ameria. Contarary to his dream, Suneel's life took a different turn. When he returned to India, first he escaped police at Delhi Airport after they found a pistol in his baggage and then, he was charged with stealing multiple cars. He was also charged with a Bank robber, before being arrested in Bangalore. Human Podium explores the journey of Suneel, a prodigy turned a criminal...

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nanda Kumar

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Prajwal Niranjan

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

He was an ordinary lawyer from Kerala, who had come down to Bangalore to attend a case pertaining to Education Trust. He was representing one of the Trustees, who had removed the other Trusties. After few days, Rasheed, the lawyer was found dead near a Railway station in Salem, Tamil Nadu. This created a huge rift between Lawyers and Police in Bangalore. The controversy started surrounding the then Karnataka Home Minister R L Jalappa, who was backing the police. After a lot of strikes, struggle, the case was handed over to the CBI. The Bangalore polcie were arrested along with four rowdies in the murder case by CBI. Though Jalappa was one of the accused, he manged to get an anticipatory bail and avoided the arrest. Human Podium explores the murder of Abdul Rasheed in 80's, which rocked the Karnataka government and resulted in dismissal of at least six police personnel, including a DCP.

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nandakumara G K

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Prajwal Niranjan

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

He was an ordinary lawyer from Kerala, who had come down to Bangalore to attend a case pertaining to Education Trust. He was representing one of the Trustees, who had removed the other Trusties. After few days, Rasheed, the lawyer was found dead near a Railway station in Salem, Tamil Nadu. This created a huge rift between Lawyers and Police in Bangalore. The controversy started surrounding the then Karnataka Home Minister R L Jalappa, who was backing the police. After a lot of strikes, struggle, the case was handed over to the CBI. The Bangalore polcie were arrested along with four rowdies in the murder case by CBI. Though Jalappa was one of the accused, he manged to get an anticipatory bail and avoided the arrest. Human Podium explores the murder of Abdul Rasheed in 80's, which rocked the Karnataka government and resulted in dismissal of at least six police personnel, including a DCP.

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nandakumara G K

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Prajwal Niranjan

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

Like his name, he was as calm as Sri Rama. He started his Andhra food eaterie for the students near M S Ramaiah college in late 80's. However, his life turned after meeting a rich student Mukund from Andhra Pradesh, who had scant respect for either studies or money. The only son of rich parents, Mukund did not complete his engineering even after spending eight years in Bangalore. But, he started lending money to Sri Ram, which helped Sri Ram to expand his business. Considering him as one of his family member, Sri Ram introduced Mukund to his other family members.

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nanda Kumar

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Prajwal Niranjan

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

Like his name, he was as calm as Sri Rama. He started his Andhra food eaterie for the students near M S Ramaiah college in late 80's. However, his life turned after meeting a rich student Mukund from Andhra Pradesh, who had scant respect for either studies or money. The only son of rich parents, Mukund did not complete his engineering even after spending eight years in Bangalore. But, he started lending money to Sri Ram, which helped Sri Ram to expand his business. Considering him as one of his family member, Sri Ram introduced Mukund to his other family members.

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nanda Kumar

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Prajwal Niranjan

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

Every criminal case has to go to court, before the accused is proclaimed as a criminal. Most of the cases are buried under the heeps of pending cases and the justice gets delayed. At times, the prosecution and the police, who have to present the case before the court also delay their presentation to help one or other accused. At times, the judges will be helpless when prosecution and police do not present the clinching evidences to prove the criminals guilty.

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nanda Kumar

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Deepak

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

Every criminal case has to go to court, before the accused is proclaimed as a criminal. Most of the cases are buried under the heeps of pending cases and the justice gets delayed. At times, the prosecution and the police, who have to present the case before the court also delay their presentation to help one or other accused. At times, the judges will be helpless when prosecution and police do not present the clinching evidences to prove the criminals guilty. However, there are exceptions where some judges are pro-active and ensure that the prosecution and police play games and the witnesses will not turn hostile without reason. Human Podium explores working of one of the such judges, who jailed a police inspector, who tried to help businessman, who was accused in a hit and run case, causing death of a child...

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nanda Kumar

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Deepak aradya

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

Podcast Case 13 : Kaali Mane Rahasya

In "Secret of an Empty House," the police receive an anonymous tip that leads them to a mysterious house surrounded by an impenetrable 15-foot wall. Gaining entry by climbing trees, they discover a place that feels haunted even in daylight. Inside, they uncover objects that reveal hidden stories. "Paathaka Loka" delves into these eerie tales, unfolding the secrets of the abandoned home.

Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nanda Kumar

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Karthik

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries  #SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

🌳🏠 Unlock the eerie secrets of a deserted mansion as the police unravel its chilling mysteries! 🕵️‍♂️🔍

#SecretOfAnEmptyHouse #PaathakaLoka #MysteryUnveiled #humanpodium #truecrimekannada #truecrimeseries #truecrime

Podcast Case 12 : Latte Case At 13, he left his fingerprint with the police after a robbery. For 15 years, he stayed out of trouble, until his prints mysteriously reappeared in a high-profile case, causing chaos among investigating officers. Transfers, unrest, and superstition plagued the investigation. The slum he once called home had vanished, replaced by high-rise apartments. Who was this boy, and did the police ever find him?

"Paathaka Loka" unravels the mystery of the 'Diamond Ring'. Produced by Human Podium

Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav

Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle

Script: Vinay Madhav

Narrators: Nanda Kumar

Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations

StudioMusic: Karthik

Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries 

🚨 A 13-year-old's fingerprints resurface in a high-profile case after 15 years of a clean record. Every investigator hits a dead end, and unrest plagues the area. Who was this boy?

🔍 Discover the mystery in Paathaka Loka: The Diamond Ring. 💍✨

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Podcast Case 11 : Muchuda Kannu Theeradaga Paathaka Loka delves into the 2004 unsolved murder of Wing Commander Parvez Hamilton Kokhar. After hitting a dead end, this high-profile case lay dormant for years until new clues breathed life into the investigation. Tune in to uncover the mystery!
 
Produced by Human Podium
Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav
Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle
Script: Vinay Madhav
Narrators: Nanda Kumar
Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations Studio
Music: Karthik
Direction Team: Ratheesha B R
#PaathakaLoka #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries 

🎧 New Case, New Episode!Get ready to dive into the latest mystery on Paathakalokha, your favorite Kannada true crime podcast show. Don't miss out! 🕵️‍♂️🔍 
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Podcast Case 10: Singapuradinda Banda Patragalu
Her mother passed away early, and her father, devoted and supportive, never remarried and encouraged her dreams. She became an air hostess, but mysteriously vanished in 2005. Monthly letters from Singapore arrived for two years, without a return address or calls. Human Podium unveils the secrets behind these enigmatic letters in its latest episode. 
Produced by Human Podium
Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav
Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Singapore 
Script: Vinay Madhav
Narrators: Nanda Kumar
Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations Studio
Music: Karthik
Direction Team: Ratheesha B R
#Paathakalokha #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeseries

🎧 New Case, New Episode!Get ready to dive into the latest mystery on Paathakalokha, your favorite Kannada true crime podcast show. Don't miss out! 🕵️‍♂️🔍 
#Paathakalokha #TrueCrime #KannadaPodcast #truecrimepodcast #truecrimecommunity 

Podcast Case 09: Sadhu Laxmanagiri

In the early 1980s, Bengaluru was shaken by the serial killings of four children in Swathanthra Palya. Under pressure, the police arrested a 70-year-old Sadhu named Laxmanagiri, who died in custody, leading to police suspensions and political uproar. The incident contributed to the Congress party's loss in the 1983 Karnataka elections. Human Podium explores the Sadhu's history and the events leading to these conclusions.

Produced by Human Podium
Executive Producer: Vinay Madhav
Sponsors: House of Sapor & MTR Seattle 
Script: Vinay Madhav
Narrators: Nanda Kumar
Sound Design, Foley, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering: Prajwal P, Harivu Creations Studio
Music: Karthik
Direction Team: Ratheesha B R

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