Prime's 'Bandwaale' gets release date: What to expect
What's the story
Prime Video has announced that its upcoming Hindi musical dramedy series, Bandwaale, will be released globally on Friday, February 13. The show will be available in India and over 240 countries and territories. Set in Ratlam, the story follows Mariam, a young poetess who starts sharing her poetry online while searching for independence and identity.
Plot details
A coming-of-age story of self-discovery
Mariam's deeply personal poems, written by Kausar Munir, become a powerful expression of her inner world. Her journey unfolds with her bandmates and closest friends, Robo and DJ Psycho, who bring humor and music into her life. Co-starring Zahan Kapoor and Swanand Kirkire, the series also stars Ashish Vidyarthi, Anupama Kumar, and Sanjana Dipu in pivotal roles.
Music and production
Original music compositions by Yashraj Mukhate
One of the key highlights of Bandwaale is its musical landscape. The series features original music compositions by Yashraj Mukhate, who makes his debut in composing for a long-format streaming series with this project. The show is produced by OML Entertainment and created, written, and directed by Ankur Tewari and Akshat Verma.
Director's statement
'A story about discovering one's identity'
Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals, Prime Video India, said Bandwaale "is a warm, grounded comedy-drama that brings together a beautiful blend of music, humor and emotions in a story rooted in familiar realities." Tusharr Kumar, CEO of OML Entertainment, called the series "a story about discovering one's identity and challenging expectations that are imposed rather than chosen."