'Panchayat' S03 arriving in May; Prime Video drops quirky teaser
What's the story
The highly-anticipated third season of the popular comedy-drama Panchayat, starring Jitendra Kumar, Raghubir Yadav, and Neena Gupta, is finally nearing its release.
The official date, which fans have been eagerly awaiting since the conclusion of Season 2 nearly two years ago, is yet to be announced.
However, Amazon Prime Video took to social media on Wednesday to reveal that the series will premiere in May.
Context
Why does this story matter?
Fans of the show have been actively speculating on social media platforms like Reddit about potential May release dates, guessing it to be 13, 17, 20, or 28.
A credible source informed Pinkvilla on Tuesday the streaming platform is contemplating a late May premiere.
Helmed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, the narrative follows the journey of Abhishek—an engineering graduate compelled to assume the role of a Panchayat secretary in the fictional village of Phulera, Uttar Pradesh, owing to limited job opportunities.
Announcement post
'Panchayat's new season's date is coming out soon!'
In a move as cleverly crafted as the show itself, Prime Video teased eager fans with hints about the release date.
Sharing a playful video featuring bottle gourds, they tantalizingly hinted, "One million laukis (bottle gourds) later, we're almost there! Panchayat's new season's date is coming out soon!"
Adding to the fun, they provided a link to a game where fans can join in the gourd-removing adventure while awaiting the big reveal.
Twitter Post
Take a look at this quirky announcement post here
one million laukis later, we're almost there! Panchayat’s new season's date is coming out soon!
— prime video IN (@PrimeVideoIN) May 1, 2024
now head to https://t.co/JfFWRT89Q2 and move the last few quickly! 😎#PanchayatOnPrime
@TheViralFever@ArunabhKumar@StephenPoppins#ChandanKumar@uncle_sherry@vijaykoshy… pic.twitter.com/rIibKsWh3Z
Character arcs
Changes and reintroductions expected in S03
In the concluding moments of the second installment, Abhishek's involvement in village politics and development initiatives, coupled with his CAT exam preparations, hinted at an intriguing character evolution.
The upcoming season promises further character arcs and potential reintroductions.
Speculation suggests Abhishek's potential transfer from Phulera, while fans eagerly await the return of Aasif Khan's beloved character, Ganesh, renowned for his unforgettable catchphrase "Gazab bezzati hai."
Actor's Insight
Earlier, Kumar shared excitement for the upcoming installment
Earlier, Kumar expressed his enthusiasm for the forthcoming season on social media.
He stated, "There is no pressure though many things have improved in comparison to the earlier season, yet it has few similarities as well."
Kumar believes that audiences will appreciate this season due to its escalating scenarios and captivating plot.
He also shared his personal connection with his character and expressed gratitude toward fans for making "Sachiv Ji" a household name.