Gram Chikitsalay

The first two episodes of the series had me completely with light hearted gags and superficial struggles of Amol's character. However the story gets serious from episode 3 and ends in a way no one would have imagined after watching the trailer. The character choices are drawn heavily from Panchayat (web series) and hence do not feel fresh. Amol Parashar's attempt is honest but Anandeshwar Dwivedi, Vinay Pathak and Akash Makhija are spot on. Garima Vikrant Singh however overshadows them all. I had last seen her in a daily soap called Nimki Mukhiya and had never imagined her doing such a role. Every single actor including the one who plays Sudhir has given his 100% but the story and character development is so abrupt that you cannot remain connected with anyone for long. The series does not stay with you after you complete it but does manage to keep you hooked through out. Probably because you want to see more of Vinay Pathak, but that never happens.

The story as I said is weak and is merely touching upon the struggles MOs have to face during their mandatory rural postings. The research is not proper and grounded. The screenplay also seems to have been written in haste. May be the makers were in a hurry to release it.

Goofs: 1. People are wearing sweaters in September.

2. The guy who delivers vaccine to MO should have come from CMO office, but comes from the direction of village.

3. Village people keep switching from bhojpuri to maghi and maithili.

Not bad for a casual watch but not same league as other TVF creations. Pattern is a bit similar to Panchayat with an urban guy goes and stays in village but the main actor (MO) is the worst one. Bad direction too with a supposed intelligent and educated doctor keeps speaking in English with hardcore Bihari villagers (and somehow they understand too !).

Most of the other actors are authentic, and Vinay Pathak is of course Vinay Pathak ! The main actor spoils the feel and sounds and looks stupid in his swanky shoes and sparkling white shirt, lacking acting depth for such a role. Maybe TVF is getting into this trap of trying too many series of very similar nature (refresh your idea bank !!)

This is a TVF creation and thus public instantly expects a lot and somewhere they compare it with its blockbuster creation "Panchayat."No matter Panchayat is extremely good but this series "Gram Chikitsalay" is different. At many places you will laugh out loud and at many places you will be emotional. The set up is extremely good,music is good as well as all the actors did very well. Watch it but without any high expectations and also without comparing it with "Panchayat". Both are different and both are entertaining.

The complete series is about a dedicated intelligent doctor who chose to serve the people of a remote village But for him this decision turned out to be a great challenge for him and the story continues as he tries to overcome all his hardships to make his primary health center into a fully functional heath center. Its sweet simple. Definetly it's a one time watch series. Do give it a try. Streaming on amazon prime and it's a prime exclusive.

TVF delivers again. Lead actor is a find. Panchayat reimagined in a beautiful way and holds its own despite the inevitable comparisons it will garner.

I'm stoked at the quality of OTT content that TVF is delivering. And can't wait to watch the rest of the episodes. Loved the simplicity and the theme with a positive message that is sure to resonate with the audience.

Thank you, TVF and the makers of Panchayat who have kept high standards with script, dialog, direction and a wonderful cast. Each character is uniquely gifted and delivers to delight and cherish.

I look forward to many more of this from TVF.

Coming from TVF, with village background, Gram Chikitsalaya is bound to be compared with Panchayat. However, it is mediocre at best and not comparable to Panchayat.

1. Characters: The actors were average and left no memorable impression.

2. Story: Unrealistic. An MBBS topper leaving his father's city hospital to join a village PHC to serve the underprivileged is plausible. However, despite free (Re. 1) government service, no villagers even trying it once is absurd.

3. Boring and stretched: Even with only five episodes, it felt boring. The story of the one patient was unnecessarily stretched.

Panchayat, conversely, is excellent, with a great story, characters, actors, and natural entertainment value.