Naxalbari: A Rooted Representation of India’s Naxalite Period

Naxalbari is a thriller-filled and crime web series that revolves around the life of an STF agent who is given the task to curtail the uprising Naxalite revolution in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra. 

This intriguing and exciting Hindi web series is written by Prakhar Vihaan, Pulkit Rishi and Pradip Atluri. 

Naxalbari Cast 

Rajeev Khandelwal as Raghav

Tina Datta as Ketki 

Satyadeep Mishra as Pahaan 

Aamir Ali as Keswani 

Narayani Shastri as Sudha

Sreejita De as Prakruti

Shakti Anand as Binu

Naxalbari Plot

The Naxalbari plot revolves around an event in eastern Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli where an MLA is killed along with the entire motorcade. Soon after, the police start investigating and find Naxalite Binu and his associate Pahaan guilty. Special tasks are assigned to STF agent Raghav Joshi to arrest the culprits. 

While investigating the matter, Agent Raghav got to know about the Naxalite armed revolution in the jungles. Soon they realize that it is not only limited to jungles but has been spread throughout the whole country.

At the same time, Keswani (played by Aamir Ali) is attempting to build a mining project in the same area and wants to remove Naxals from that area.

Later on, the intriguing crime-thriller operations begin to find the Naxalites. We all know about the Naxalite movement but this series gives you a way to see the whole movement through the eyes of an STF agent. At the end of the series, we are only left with the bloodshed and pain of Naxalites, common men and STF agents.

Naxalbari Episodes

Episode 1 - The Gadchiroli Blast
After the convoy of an MLA is killed, the whole government is in shock and surprise. The hunt for the culprit begins.

Episode 2 - The Stake Out
Raghav visits a bustling college to check for any suspicious activity unaware of the fact that an unexpected surprise awaits him.

Episode 3 - Shanghaied
Believing that Professor Pendse is the mastermind behind the attack, Raghav is adamant to get revenge. Little did he know that he was moving towards a well-built trap.

Episode 4 - The Demons of The Past
Raghav has encountered the demons of his past. After being surrounded by Naxals in the jungle, Raghav gets to know about shocking facts regarding his existence.

Episode 5 - FICA
The Naxals have managed to live an additional day after FICA red-flags the project. However, this time the plan is bigger.

Episode 6 - The Turning Point
With Keswani’s strategic decisions, FICA has cleared all its obstacles keeping the Naxals on the back foot. 

Episode 7 - No Turning Back
It’s the announcement of all-out war after the brutal killing of Pathak. 

Episode 8 - Mayhem
Where on the one hand FICA is all set for the inauguration, the Naxals proceed to execute their plan. 

Episode 9 - Thok Ke Badla
Hotel Imperia’s ballroom has now become a battleground whereas Raghav is standing in the way of life and death. 

Naxalbari Web Series Release Date on OTT

The Naxalbari web series release on OTT is 28 November 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions About Naxalbari Web Series 

Q1: Is there any other season of Naxalbari?

Ans: The Naxalbari Season 2 is expected to be launched soon in the upcoming months of 2022. However, the exact release date of Naxalbari season 2 is yet to be announced.

Q2: Who has written the storyline of Naxalbari?

Ans: The storyline of Naxalbari is written by Prakhar Vihaan, Pulkit Rishi and Pradip Atluri.

Q3: What is the star cast of Naxalbari?

Ans: The Naxalbari cast includes renowned actors like Rajiv Khandelwal, Satyadeep Mishra, Shakti Anand, Amir Ali and Tina Datta.

Q4: Is Naxalbari a good series to watch?

Ans: Naxalbari certainly is a thrilling web series that has a sensitive story. However, some people may find the story quite predictable. So, if you are looking for some thrillers and drama, you will certainly enjoy the series.

Q5: Is Naxalbari a real story?

Ans: The storyline of the series is completely inspired by the peasant revolt of 1967. The revolt was led by communist leaders and tribes of Bengal which further gave rise to the communist party of India.