The Expression Hub

Genre: Drama

No. of episodes: 5

Presented by: Arre

” No matter where you’re from, your dreams are valid.”

Lupita Nyong’O

All of us have aspirations to make it big in some or the other way. After all it does gives us an immense sense of satisfaction after our dreams are fulfilled; even though the journey towards it is hell. But Winston Churchill has aptly said, ” When you are going through hell, keep going.”

This is exactly what is witnessed in my latest pick- Official Chukyagiri. This 5 episode series explores the life of an intern named Spandan in a MNC. Spandan is a small town boy who has landed in his city of dreams- Mumbai to make it big in the corporate world. He has landed an internship in one of the leading MNCs. But harsh reality begins to strike him when he has to face what he never imagined- office politics, rude bosses, measly stipends, taking credit for what is supposed to be your idea, sexual harassment . He faces it all even though life is a living hell for him . He is however supported by Mili, a fellow colleague at work. However even she withdraws her support when she sees him get involved with his boss. So, does Spandan survive the internship and get his job? Or does he pack his bags to go back where he came from? Watch the series to find out.

Now coming to the analysis part- The show is a good take on the struggles an intern faces during his job. You can resonate with the struggle faced by Spandan. Both Sunny Kaushal and Gopal Dutt shine as Spandan and janitor Chacha respectively. Sunny because of his character’s struggle which I as a viewer can relate to. And Gopal Dutt because of the practical philosophy advocated by him to survive the grind. Mithila Palkar feels underutilized because of the length of her role according to me. Ahana Kamra’s act as a power hungry person seems over the top. The story starts on a good track but falters at end. As a viewer you feel that the story should have ended on Spandan gaining success. But instead is focussed on Sumit Vyas which is unnecessary. So you can watch it repeatedly but after taking a few months break if you do wish to refresh your memory. Or else you can just watch it once and have fun.

” The struggle you are in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow.”

Robert Tew

Rating: ** and 1/2 star( 1/2 star for Sunny Kaushal and Gopal Dutt)

Que: What is the name of Sumit Vyas’ character in the show?

a. Ganesh

b. Dilawar Rana

c. Janitor Chacha

d. Kalpesh