Bandwaale follows a poet, Mariam, and her journey alongside Robo and DJ Psycho, her bandmates and closest companions, who bring music, humour, and companionship into her world
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Prime Video announced February 13 as the worldwide premiere date of its upcoming Hindi series Bandwaale. Created and written by Ankur Tewari and Swanand Kirkire, and directed by Akshat Verma and Ankur Tewari, the Prime Original series is produced by OML Entertainment. Bandwaale will premiere exclusively on Prime Video across India and in over 240 countries and territories worldwide on February 13.
About Bandwaale
The series features a stellar ensemble cast including Shalini Pandey, Zahan Kapoor, Swanand Kirkire, Sanjana Dipu, Ashish Vidyarthi, and Anupama Kumar in key roles.
Set in Ratlam, Bandwaale follows Mariam, a young poet who begins sharing her poetry online anonymously as she searches for independence and a sense of self. The poems, penned by Kausar Munir, become a quiet, yet powerful expression of her inner world, giving voice to emotions she finds difficult to articulate otherwise. Her journey unfolds alongside Robo and DJ Psycho, her bandmates and closest companions from the same town, who bring music, humour, and companionship into her world. While Mariam expresses herself through poetry, Robo and DJ Psycho anchor the trio through their shared creative energy and belief in possibility.
At its core, Bandwaale has a rich and diverse musical landscape that reflects the inner lives of its characters. The series features original compositions by Yashraj Mukhate, marking his first foray into composing music for a long-format series. The music shapes the emotional journey of the story, making it central to the narrative. With creators Ankur Tewari and Swanand Kirkire being musicians themselves, Bandwaale carries a strong musical sensibility, lending the dramedy a layered and immersive experience.
Writers Ankur Tiwari and Swanand Kirkire on Bandwaale
“Bandwaale is a story that grew from everyday observations about expression, hesitation, and the quiet courage it takes to be yourself,” said Swanand Kirkire, actor, co-creator, and co-writer. "Mariam’s journey reflects how creativity, friendship, and music can offer strength in moments of doubt. Writing this series allowed us to explore how small choices slowly shape confidence and identity. The story is intimate in scale, yet universal in emotion, and I look forward to audiences discovering Mariam’s journey when the series premieres.”
“From the very beginning, our intention with Bandwaale was to tell a grounded story that feels honest and familiar” said Ankur Tewari, co-writer, co-creator, and co-director. “Working closely with Swanand Kirkire and our amazing team, we wanted to stay true to Mariam’s world, her questions, her conflicts, and the way her poetry shapes her self-discovery. Prime Video’s creative trust allowed us to stay true to the tone of the story, and I’m excited for audiences to experience this warm, heartfelt series.”
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