One murder, two accused and a three-way trial! Join Pankaj Tripathi as he dons the hat of Madhav Mishra once again as the endearing lawyer gears up for his toughest case yet in Criminal Justice – A Family Matter. Directed by Rohan Sippy, Produced by Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios India, season 4 of this beloved legacy show will stream on JioHotstar starting May 29. This season boasts an ensemble cast consisting of Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Surveen Chawla, Asha Negi, Khushboo Atre, Barkha Singh, Aatm Prakash Mishra alongside Mita Vashisht and Shweta Basu Prasad in pivotal roles.This time, Madhav Mishra takes on a high-profile case involving a powerful family caught in the storm of a scandalous murder. What starts as a straightforward defense quickly spirals into an intense three-way courtroom clash—each side armed with its own version of the truth, each more believable than the last. And as always, Madhav is right in the middle of the chaos, sifting through secrets, lies, and emotional minefields with his trademark wit and moral compass.Alok Jain, Head of Cluster, Entertainment (Colors, Digital Hindi, Niche, Movies and Studio), JioStar, said, “Criminal Justice has been one of the most successful and enduring franchises in our JioHotstar Hindi content portfolio, consistently delivering compelling storytelling with wide audience appeal. Across seasons, the show has stood out for its nuanced take on the legal system and its strong emotional core and we are absolutely proud to continue this journey in collaboration with Applause Entertainment, who’ve been our trusted partners since the very beginning.”Sameer Nair, Managing Director, Applause Entertainment said, “Criminal Justice has been a legacy series and a fan favorite since the first season. We have had a strong partnership with JioHotstar and together we have always aimed to stay true to the pulse of the audience and give them a flavor of authentic and engaging storytelling. With JioHotstar’s hugely expanded consumer base, we are excited to introduce the heartwarming yet razor sharp Madhav Mishra to a giant new audience, setting the tone for a mind-bending, riveting courtroom drama.”Pankaj Tripathi shares, “This season of Criminal Justice is more than just a return to the courtroom for Madhav Mishra – it is an intense battle of minds, and he is facing two of his fiercest opponents yet fighting on a case that is multifaceted. Stepping into Madhav Mishra’s shoes and shooting for Criminal Justice is always a learning experience. He is such a lovable character and I feel like he has now become my alter-ego. We also have some very talented actors joining us this season who add so much value to the story. I am excited for all my fans to watch the show on JioHotstar.”
Surveen Chawla adds, “Anju is a very strong character supported by a very intricate and brilliantly written story. This isn’t just a legal battle, it’s a battle of emotions, truth, and ethics. It’s a courtroom case unlike any and is sure to keep the audience entertained. We also had an incredible team who made this journey of Criminal Justice – A Family Matter a memorable one. Working with Pankaj Tripathi especially was a big plus for me. I can’t wait for the audiences to join us on JioHotstar.”