Panchayat Review: Gentle Comedy in a Village Office
8.5/10 — Panchayat (2020)
Pros
- Warm, gentle humour
- Excellent ensemble
- Authentic village setting
Cons
- Slow pace
- Low-key stories
Abhishek, an engineering graduate played by Jitendra Kumar, takes a job as a panchayat secretary in the remote village of Phulera, hoping to prepare for his MBA. Neena Gupta and Raghubir Yadav play the village head and her husband.
What works
The series is warm and gently funny, with a fine ensemble cast and an affectionate eye for village life. It balances comedy with moments of unexpected emotion.
Where it falters
The pace is leisurely, and its small-scale stories won’t suit viewers who want big plots.
Verdict
A feel-good series that’s simple and sweet.
