Web Series: ‘Aadi Shankaracharya’
Starring: Arnab Khanijo, Sandeep Mohan, Gagan Malik, Suman Gupta, Yogesh Mahajan, Rajeev Ranjan, Manish Bisla
Director: Onkar Nath Mishra
Genre: Social-Historical
Producers: Nakul Dhawan, Onkar Nath Mishra
Production Houses: The Art of Living, Sri Sri Publication Trust, ONM Multimedia
Duration: 10 episodes, each between 30-45 minutes
Release Date: November 1, 2024
OTT Platform: Art of Living App
Rating: 4/5
By Yogesh Mishra
“Aadi Shankaracharya,” the dream project of writer-director Onkar Nath Mishra, is among the best web series in the socio-historical genre. Each of the ten episodes in the series leaves viewers eager to watch the following one that comes out.
Aadi Shankaracharya, one of the country’s most venerated national heroes, is brilliantly discussed in the series. This looks to be a cinematic exploration of the life and philosophy of the greatest philosopher and nation-builder. The first few episodes revive the spiritual ethos and traditions that continue to encompass the first eight years of the Aadi Shankaracharya’s life while providing a compelling depiction of his early years as he journeys throughout India.
Arnab Khanijo, the child artist who plays the part of Aadi Shankaracharya, has entirely justified his position. He’s a great fit for this part. Apart from him, other artists like Sandeep Mohan, Gagan Malik, Suman Gupta, Yogesh Mahajan, Rajeev Ranjan, and Manish Bisla have also done justice to their parts.
In order to provide an immersive experience, the series combines large sets with state-of-the-art visual effects. The performance is a visual feast that is sure to enthrall audiences, showcasing everything from the palaces, temples, and landscapes of ancient India to the profound moments of spiritual discovery.
Director Onkar Nath Mishra’s direction is simply awesome. The charisma of his direction can be seen in every episode. The screenplay and dialogues are even outstanding. Every scene, frame to frame, holds the attention of the audience.
Overall, this is among the best socio-historical web series of the year, and its captivating presentation style by director Onkar Nath Mishra is sure to wow viewers. Why wait, then? Go watch it on the top OTT platform in India.
