Family Man Season 3: Manoj Bajpayee faces shadow rival Rukma in gripping North-East saga

The highly anticipated third season of Raj and DK’s acclaimed spy thriller, The Family Man, is set to premiere in November 2025 on Amazon Prime Video. Manoj Bajpayee returns as Srikant Tiwari, navigating personal and professional turmoil while battling Rukma, a shadow-like rival portrayed by Jaideep Ahlawat. Unlike previous adversaries, Rukma mirrors Srikant’s emotions but channels them through a twisted worldview, making him the most complex and dangerous foe yet.  

The creators describe Rukma as embodying a “non-family family,” reflecting Srikant’s struggles in unsettling ways. With new locations in India’s North-East, Season 3 promises heightened drama, layered storytelling, and fresh challenges for the protagonist.  

Notable updates  

- Release date: November 2025, exclusively on Amazon Prime Video  

- Antagonist: Jaideep Ahlawat as Rukma, Srikant’s shadow rival  

- Setting: Expansive North-East landscapes, adding cultural depth and visual scale  

- Themes: Emotional duality, family struggles, and espionage missions intertwined  

- Creators: Raj and DK continue to helm the series under D2R Films  

Major takeaways  

- Season 3 elevates the narrative with psychological depth and a unique antagonist dynamic  
- Expands the series’ geographical canvas, showcasing India’s North-East  
- Reinforces The Family Man’s reputation as one of India’s most compelling OTT thrillers  

Sources: Mint; Pratidin Time; About Amazon India