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There is a battle going on in the world of OTT, and it is not about coverage or Cat Fights of stars. It is the fight for the heart, mind and love from viewers, and in this case, the winners are web series and content from small yet talented production houses and casts. The latest example of the changing scenario of viewership and content making in India was clearly witnessed when Prime Video’s Panchayat season 3 release date promotions broke the internet that left the ongoing talk of the town Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s web series debut “Heeramandi” of the highly worshiped social media trending race.
Panchayat’s Lauki Love: A Down to Earth Campaign
If you are a Panchayat fan, you know their Lauki saga, Lauki is Pradhan ji’s love language. If he gives you lauki my friend, it is a sign that he likes you for sure. Panchayat’s marketing strategy is as unique as its story and cast. They have turned to the Famous Lauki and printed the show’s 3rd season’s release date on it. This inventive campaign by Prime and TVF has social media buzzing, proving that the audience appreciates and accepts creativity and true art over extravagance.
Panchayat: King of Content
The success of Panchayat’s last 2 seasons lies not in its budget or release on a big OTT platform like Amazon Prime, but in its witty storytelling and relatable characters and situations. From Sachiv ji feeling stuck in the remote village Phulera to him embracing and accepting the village and the people to the bond he shares with Pradhan ji, Prehlaad and Vikas, perfectly narrated human emotions and mentality at its best. Actors like Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Jitendra Kumar, Chandan Roy and Faisal Malik as the lead faces of the show fascinated the audience with their work. Actor Jitendra Kumar Aka Jitu Bhaiya, credits the show’s success to the script and performances, an emotion that connects with viewers, who are increasingly opting for good content over big names.
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Heeramandi: Lost in Grandeur
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s signature opulent sets, dazzling costumes and big star cast in his debut OTT series on Netflix, “Heeramndi” are really undeniable, but critics argue that substance felt lost when compared to style. Opulence overshadows the story and characters, leaving the audience with stunning visuals and music but no emotional connection.
Despite having Bhansali banner as production, Heeramandi had the potential to be great. The story of Shahi Mohalla of Lahore and its courtesans in pre- independence India is engrossing, the performances by actors like Manisha Koirala and Sanjida Sheikh are commendable. The storyline with its complex characters and layered portrayal of emotions, had the potential for depth. However, the over the top presentation drowns out the narrative, leaving the audience disappointed.
Phulera’s Heart Beats Again: A Look Ahead for Season 3
Panchayat’s second season finale left the audience teary eyed. We saw Prahlad grappling with the huge loss of his only son Rahul, who sacrificed his life for the country. The emotional weight of this loss and the bond Prahalad shares with Pradhan ji, Sachiv ji and Vikas is what the audience is looking for in season 3. As the teaser of season 3 is live on social media, the audience is waiting for 28th May when Panchayat season 3 will be live on Amazon Prime, as this season promises not just light hearted humor but also a heartwarming story of resilience and enduring power of community.
The Audience Knows The Best
Audience choosing good stories and plots over big productions and casts, takes us back to that era of the entertainment industry where good story and creativity was the key to success. Audiences are no longer influenced by big names and flashy visuls, they want relatable stories, strong characters and finely crafted scripts. Panchayat’s success is a witness to this, proving that a simple story with emotions and heart can outshine any big production or name. In this battle of viewership, it’s clear that content reigns supreme.
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