MUMBAI: Finding the extraordinary in the ordinary is a mantra that works wonders when it comes to stories from The Viral Fever. TVF’s latest creation Panchayat, exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, gives us an opportunity to unlearn the often clichéd portrayal of Indian village life. With an IMDb rating of 9.1/10, this eight-part dramedy has become a favourite with its delightful portrayal of a modern Indian village, seen through the eyes of the protagonist - a young man from the city. 

With the trailer receiving more than 8 million views alone on Amazon Prime Video India’s YouTube channel, Panchayat has done absolute justice to the anticipation amongst viewers. Trending over the weekend on IMDB’s #1 amongst the top 10 movies and shows across India, the rustic yet realistic series, has become a must-watch for viewers of discerning content. The series was launched on 3rd April 2020 and opened to rave reviews from critics and customers alike. The rustic and feel-good story was applauded for the ensemble casts exceptional performances and its light-hearted delightful take on the many quirks of rural living. 

Starring netizen’s favourite Jitendra Kumar a.k.a Jeetu Bhaiyya alongside veteran actors Neena Gupta and Raghubir Yadav, Panchayat sees the journey of Abhishek Tripathi, who unwillingly joins as a secretary in the panchayat office of a remote village in UP. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and written by Chandan Kumar, Panchayat is streaming now on Amazon Prime Video.  

And if you haven’t binged on this series yet, these posts will definitely make you think twice! Add it to your watch list now!