Khakee: The Bengal Chapter Ending Explained – Who wins in the end?

Netflix’s Khakee: The Bengal Chapter ends with a gripping face-off between IPS Arjun and the notorious gangster Ranjit, as political ambitions, betrayals, and a desperate fight for survival unfold. The show’s climax is packed with power struggles, revenge, and a shocking revelation about a police mole who has been aiding criminals all along. Here’s how everything falls apart—and who comes out on top.

Aratrika’s Betrayal Exposed

The biggest twist comes early in the finale: Aratrika (Aakanksha Singh), a trusted police officer, is revealed as Barun’s mole. Her betrayal has allowed criminals to stay ahead of the law, and she even ensures Sagor’s incriminating tapes never reach the authorities. 

However, her actions catch up with her when Arjun Maitra (Parambrata Chattopadhyay) uncovers the truth. Having once covered up a custodial death with Barun’s help, she’s been trapped in a cycle of corruption. Arjun, refusing to let her escape justice, orders her execution—sending a clear message about the consequences of aligning with corrupt politicians.

Barun’s Downfall

Once the mastermind behind Bengal’s political-criminal nexus, Barun finally faces his reckoning. Betrayed by Ranjit, who plots his assassination, he meets his end in broad daylight. Low-level criminals Kulfi and Chondon tip off Arjun, but by the time Himel arrives, it’s too late—Ranjit has already pulled the trigger. Barun, who had manipulated and controlled the system for years, meets a fate rarely seen in reality, where corrupt politicians often escape justice.

Ranjit’s last Stand

Ranjit, now a desperate fugitive, seeks refuge with opposition leader Nibedita, offering Sagor’s tapes in exchange for protection. Initially hesitant, she ultimately sees the opportunity to expose the ruling party’s corruption. 

However, Arjun, suspecting Ranjit’s next move, intercepts him at the airport. A brutal fight ensues, ending with Arjun fatally shooting Ranjit. His death marks the end of his reign of terror, but also raises a question—did Bengal just trade one villain for another?

Is Nibedita the Future of Bengal?

In the final moments, Arjun hands over Sagor’s tapes to Nibedita, believing she may bring change. But the ending remains deliberately ambiguous—will she use the evidence to clean up Bengal’s politics, or will she fall into the same cycle of corruption? The show leaves the answer up to the audience: can power ever be wielded without compromise, or is she just the "lesser evil" in a broken system?

Khakee: The Bengal Chapter is streaming on Netflix.