India’s heartland. It’s great to see such diverse and relatable stories being told. Here is a summary of the shows you mentioned:
- “Rewa Express”: The series revolves around the Rewa Express Call Center in Rewa town. It follows the journeys of three aspiring candidates, Roshni, Raunak, and Rajeev, as they face new challenges and personal growth while working at the call center. The show is available for streaming on the iTap platform.
- “Panchayat”: This slice-of-life series tells the story of Abhishek, an engineering graduate who takes up a job as a secretary at a Panchayat office in a fictional village in Uttar Pradesh. Despite his initial reluctance, he becomes involved in the lives of the villagers. “Panchayat” features Jitendra Kumar, Raghubir Yadav, and Neena Gupta among others and can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.
- “Mannphodganj Ki Binny”: The show focuses on Binny Bajpai, a spirited young woman from Mannphodganj in Prayagraj. While her parents search for a suitable partner, Binny dreams of escaping her small-town life. The story unfolds as she navigates her way through a complicated relationship with Rahul Pandey and the unrequited love of Raja. “Mannphodganj Ki Binny” is available for streaming on MX Player.
- “Gullak”: This heartwarming family drama follows the Mishra family living in a small town. It portrays their everyday struggles, joys, and conflicts, reminiscent of classic family-centric shows. “Gullak” features actors like Jameel Khan and Geetanjali Kulkarni and is available on SonyLIV.
- “Laakhon Mein Ek”: The series has two seasons with distinct storylines. The first season revolves around Aakash, a high school graduate forced to join an IIT coaching institute. It explores his struggles in an unfamiliar environment. The second season follows Dr. Shreya as she faces challenges while working in a village and organizing a cataract camp. Both seasons can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.
These shows offer a glimpse into the joys, struggles, and aspirations of small-town life in India. Enjoy watching them