‘Naagin 7’: Ektaa Kapoor and Priyanka Chahar Choudhary’s Show Makes Major Goof-Up, Broadcasts Raw Footage Without VFX in Latest Episode
The latest episode of 'Naagin 7' sparked a social media firestorm after a major technical oversight resulted in the broadcast of raw, unedited footage featuring blue screens and safety wires. Fans and critics have slammed the production for next-level carelessness as the supernatural series struggles with dipping TRP ratings and quality control issues.
Fans of the long-running supernatural franchise Naagin 7 were left in disbelief during the latest broadcast after a massive technical oversight led to the airing of raw, unedited footage. The error occurred during Episode 38, titled "Radhika’s Deadly Betrayal," which stars Priyanka Chahar Choudhary. The glitch has since gone viral, drawing sharp criticism toward producer Ekta Kapoor and the show’s production team for a perceived lapse in quality control. Ekta Kapoor Confirms ‘Naagin 7’ Finale Date, Promises New Season Next Year.
Blue Screens and Safety Wires Exposed in Latest ‘Naagin 7’ Episode
The production "goof up" occurred during a pivotal scene intended to showcase the show's signature supernatural transformations. Instead of the high-budget visual effects (VFX) viewers have come to expect, the episode broadcast live-action footage featuring the actors performing against a bright blue screen.
Behind-the-scenes elements that are typically scrubbed in post-production, including safety wires used for stunts and tracking markers for CGI, were clearly visible to the national audience. The "fourth wall" was effectively shattered for several seconds before the broadcast resumed its edited format, leaving fans to witness the mechanical reality behind the show's "magic."
‘Naagin 7’ Accidentally Broadcasts Raw Footage in Latest Episode
Fans React to Next-Level Carelessness
The technical glitch immediately trended across social media platforms like X and Instagram. While some fans found the error humorous, many loyal viewers expressed disappointment, questioning how such a high-profile series could bypass final editorial checks.
"This time, the producer and the team ruined the show," read one comment on Instagram."This looks like a VFX tutorial gone wrong," another user joked, while a third noted, "The budget clearly went into promotions because they forgot to remove the blue screen."
A Sloppy Season 7 for ‘Naagin’
This editing slip comes at a time when Naagin 7 is already navigating a complex reception. Despite the popularity of lead actress Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, the seventh instalment has faced consistent scrutiny for its experimental use of special effects.
Recently, producer Ekta Kapoor confirmed that the show is set to conclude its current run on June 7, 2026, a date chosen to coincide with her birthday. While the series was originally slated for a 30-episode run, it was extended to 50 episodes due to network demand, despite a recent dip in TRP ratings that saw the show fall to ninth place in national rankings.
As of Monday, the production house has not issued an official statement regarding the cause of the broadcast error. Industry insiders speculate that a file-syncing error or a rushed delivery of the final cut may have led to the unedited sequence being queued for the telecast. ‘You Can Never Compete With Nostalgia’: Ekta Kapoor Opens Up on Why She Initially Rejected the Idea of Relaunching ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ (View Post).
While the raw footage remains a topic of online mockery, the episode has since been updated on digital streaming platforms with the corrected VFX-heavy scenes. Despite the controversy, Kapoor has already reassured fans that the franchise will return for an eighth season in early 2027.
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