MUMBAI: AXN will kick off the show 'Hannibal' about iconic serial killer Hannibal Lecter from 5 April.

The serial killer was previously played by actor Anthony Hopkins in the movies 'Silence of the Lambs' for which he won an Oscar 'Hannibal' and 'Red Dragon'. The younger version of the character on the television series will now be portrayed by Casino Royale's Mads Mikkelsen.

What is exciting is that Dr. Lecter is not depicted as a villain. He is seen as a talented being and if not aware, it is not possible for the viewers to know that he is the serial killer.