Panchayat’s fourth season kicks off with the promise of high-octane rural politics, but somewhere between Phulera’s familiar lanes and Sachiv Ji’s endless MBA dreams, it hits a plateau. As much as we love the show’s charm and characters, Season 4 feels like a sleepy walk through déjà vu.
Cast: Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Faisal Malik, Chandan Roy, Sanvikaa, Durgesh Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, Ashok Pathak, Pankaj Jha
Creator: The Viral Fever (TVF)
Directors: Akshat Vijaywargiya, Deepak Kumar Mishra
Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video
Language: Hindi with Subtitles
Episodes: 8 (Approx. 40 minutes each)
Panchayat 4 Opening Shots: The Stage is Set
When Sunita Rajwar’s Kranti Devi taunts Neena Gupta’s Manju Devi with the now-iconic “Election mein milte hain…”, it feels like we’re about to witness a battle royale in rural politics. The setup is classic: two factions clash in Phulera as elections take center stage.
Pradhan Ji’s loyal brigade (including Manju Devi, Sachiv Ji, and the ever-dependable Prahlad Cha) is up against Bhushan’s rebel gang with Kranti Devi, Binod, and the ever-manipulative Vidhayak Ji. Sounds exciting, right? But here’s the thing—beneath this political veneer, not much actually moves.
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Panchayat 4 Storyline: More of the Same, Just Louder
While the show once felt fresh and grounded, this season seems stuck. Phulera isn’t changing, and neither are its people. The big questions remain unanswered or are resolved in underwhelming ways—like the revelation of who shot Pradhan Ji last season, which lands without any real weight.
We were hoping to see some growth—both personal and communal—but all we got was Sachiv Ji still stuck between files and CAT prep, and the village continuing to resist any real development.
Panchayat 4 What Works: Binod, Prahlad, and Moments of Emotion
Among the shining stars this season are Ashok Pathak’s Binod and Faisal Malik’s Prahlad Cha. Their arcs have been fleshed out beautifully. One particular moment, where a minister tells Prahlad that being a martyr’s father adds unmatched depth to a person’s stature, hits hard. But sadly, such emotionally rich moments are rare and left underexplored.
Binod’s character is a breakout surprise—intense, witty, and wonderfully portrayed. Honestly, in a world of “Sachiv Jis,” it’s Binod who leaves the lasting impression.
Panchayat 4 What Misses: Pacing, Character Arcs & Redundancy
Panchayat has always leaned on slice-of-life storytelling, but this season slows to a crawl. The camaraderie between the core four—Sachiv Ji, Pradhan Ji, Prahlad, and Vikas—feels forced and lacks the sparkle that once defined them.
Another letdown? The sidelining of strong female characters. Manju Devi, once the face of progressive change in the village, is reduced to waving goodbye scenes. Rinki, too, fades into predictability. There’s a noticeable shift in gender dynamics, and not in a good way.
Extra characters like Billu and Nanaji had potential but felt underutilized or symbolic rather than substantial.
Panchayat 4 Performances: The Saving Grace
Despite the plot’s dull moments, the cast continues to deliver. Jitendra Kumar does well as Sachiv Ji, though the script keeps him stagnant. Neena Gupta and Raghubir Yadav bring gravitas to their roles, but it’s Faisal Malik and Ashok Pathak who truly steal the show.
Final Verdict: Panchayat 4 Time to Move On?
Panchayat Season 4 lacks the freshness of its earlier seasons and seems hesitant to let its characters evolve. It feels like the writers are afraid to let go of the “Sachiv Ji in Phulera” formula, even if it’s wearing thin. The season is neither terrible nor inspiring—it just… exists.
The magic of Panchayat has always been in its quiet realism and humor. But Season 4 plays it too safe, offering comfort over challenge, nostalgia over novelty.
Panchayat 4 Bottom Line:
Panchayat Season 4 is like that comforting meal that no longer excites your taste buds. You’ve loved it, but maybe it’s time for something new. Or at least, give us a reason to believe Sachiv Ji still dreams of something more than chai and chunaav.