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A dynamic lineup of talent from some of India’s most acclaimed web series and films has united for Baaghi Bechare, a new satire marking the directorial debut of writer-editor Sumit Purohit. Known for his work on Inside Edge and the biopic Srikanth, and a BAFTA Breakthrough India participant in 2020/2021, Purohit is stepping behind the camera for the first time. The film features a stellar cast led by ‘Scam 1992’ star Pratik Gandhi and ‘Paatal Lok’ and ‘Stree 2’ actor Abhishek Banerjee, reports Variety. Joining them is Panchayat’s Faisal Malik and Mirzapur creator Puneet Krishna, who co-writes the film with Purohit. Described as a sharp satire, Baaghi Bechare reflects a growing trend of prominent performers turning to independent, experimental storytelling beyond mainstream formats. “Satire, for me, is a form of catharsis. It helps us confront truths that are too absurd to believe and too real to ignore,” says Purohit. “Collaborating with so many creative and talented people on this journey gives me hope that we can continue telling stories that are honest and unafraid to reflect the times we live in.” Warner Bros secures dismissal of ‘Superman’ foreign copyright lawsuit Gandhi, fresh off his comedic role in Madgaon Express, speaks of the artistic freedom the film provides. “It’s refreshing to be part of a film rooted in genuine artistic collaboration and craft. There’s a rare freedom in working without the usual market pressures,” he says. “As an actor, being in such an ecosystem is truly inspiring. You feel a responsibility to support it and be a part of its journey.” Baaghi Bechare is produced by BE8 Films Production (Ashwani Kumar), Traintripper Films (Chippy Babu and Abhishek Sharma), with Inclusive Pictures serving as co-producer.

After three successful seasons, the much-loved series ‘Panchayat’ is all set to return with its fourth season. As the show marks its five-year journey, the creators have released a humorous announcement video, revealing that the new season will premiere on July 2. On Thursday, Prime Video shared the video on Instagram, featuring social media influencers like Bhupendra Jogi and Darshan Magdum. Actress Gia Manek, popularly known for her role as Gopi Bahu in Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, added a comedic touch by scrubbing books and mocking the internet’s obsession with Panchayat-inspired memes. She poked fun at the popular dialogue “Ek-ek chai hojaaye (Shall we have tea together?)”, dismissing it as “just a sentence.” Actor Jitendra Kumar also appeared in the clip, initially in his Panchayat character Abhishek and later as Jeetu Bhaiya from Kota Factory. ‘Squid Game’ star O Yeong-su sentenced to one year in prison for indecent assault He delivered a witty line: “Don’t chase virality, create a moment,” before teasing the upcoming season’s release. When Gia asked if they could have green tea on a water tank to celebrate the show’s return, he cheekily ran away without answering. The makers revealed at the end of the video that the show is set to premiere on July 2. The fourth season promises to bring back the charming slice-of-life storytelling fans adore. Viewers can expect more heartfelt moments and humorous twists as Abhishek, Pradhan Ji, and the quirky villagers of Phulera take on new challenges. Panchayat is produced by The Viral Fever and created by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Chandan Kumar. The new season is written by Chandan Kumar and directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Akshat Vijaywargiya. The ensemble cast includes Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Faisal Malik, Chandan Roy, Sanvikaa, Durgesh Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, and Pankaj Jha. With inputs from Indian media