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Bandwaale: Dreams Clash With Control in Ratlam
13 Feb
Summary
- Show focuses on a young woman's fight for dreams against her father.
- Series explores themes of parental pressure, art, and social media fame.
- Set in Ratlam, the narrative juggles multiple themes unevenly.
Available on Amazon Prime Video, Bandwaale is a series set in Ratlam that explores the dreams of a young woman named Mariam, who secretly pursues poetry under her strict father's watchful eye. Her father is determined to marry her off after graduation, but Mariam seeks a different path with the help of local artists.
The show delves into themes such as parental pressure, the pursuit of art, and the allure of social media fame, making Mariam's struggle relatable to many young Indians. However, the narrative is criticized for its uneven storytelling, attempting to cover a multitude of topics without fully exploring any single one.
Despite a heartfelt premise and sincere performances, particularly from Shalini Pandey as Mariam, Bandwaale is noted for its predictable rhythm and lack of emotional punch. The series, created by Ankur Tewari and Swanand Kirkire, ultimately leans towards forgettable titles rather than acclaim.
