Panchayat
Panchayat is a heartwarming and humorous tale that follows the journey of Abhishek Tripathi, an engineering graduate who, unable to find a better job, takes up the post of a secretary in a village panchayat office in Uttar Pradesh, India.
As Abhishek acclimates to his new surroundings and the quirky characters he encounters, he discovers the simple joys and challenges of rural life. He learns to navigate the dynamics of village politics, bureaucracy, and the eccentricities of his colleagues, including the irascible Pradhan (village head), the shrewd office clerk Pratik, and the enigmatic Manju Devi, the village's most influential woman.
The series is a refreshing departure from the usual urban-centric narratives, offering a glimpse into the heart of rural India. It portrays the everyday lives of villagers with authenticity and humor, capturing their struggles, aspirations, and the unique rhythm of their lives.
Panchayat is a celebration of small-town life and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a reminder that true happiness and fulfillment can be found in the simplest things, in the connections we forge, and the communities we build.
- Release date: April 3, 2020
- Produced by: Contagious Online Media Network, TVF Play, The Viral Fever
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Deepak Kumar Mishra
- Stars: Jitendra Kumar, Raghubir Yadav, Neena Gupta
- Number of seasons: 2
- Number of episodes: 24
- IMDb Rating: 8.9/10
- Watch here: https://www.justwatch.com/in/tv-show/panchayat