'Dupahiya' on Prime: Dhadakpur was crime-free until 'motorcycle' went missing
What's the story
Amazon Prime Video is all set to expand its Indian originals catalog with the addition of Dupahiya, a comedy series that captures the charm of small-town India. The nine-episode series is the first production under the Bombay Film Cartel banner. The plot follows the chaos that ensues in the fictional village of Dhadakpur after a beloved motorcycle goes missing just before its 25th crime-free anniversary celebration.
Production details
'Dupahiya' boasts a star-studded cast and skilled production team
The clip opens with Sheevardhan Trivedi, using his unique crime-reporting style, alerting the public to the recent crime. He explains how things take a turn in crime-free Dhadakpur when the village's prized possession, the 'Duphia' (motorcycle), is stolen. With the Silver Jubilee Trophy, a wedding, and the villagers' reputation on the line, a humorous and action-packed battle unfolds as everyone races against time to recover the stolen bike.
Global release
'Dupahiya' to be streamed globally on Prime Video
Directed by Sonam Nair, the series stars an ensemble cast including Gajraj Rao, Renuka Shahane, Bhuvan Arora, Sparsh Shrivastava, Shivani Raghuvanshi, and Yashpal Sharma. The creators and executive producers are Salona Bains Joshi and Shubh Shivdasani under their Bombay Film Cartel banner. The script was written by Avinash Dwivedi and Chirag Garg. The title Dupahiya translates to "two-wheeler" in Hindi, which is a nod to the central theme of the series.
Twitter Post
Check out the teaser here
🚨BREAKING NEWS: India’s only crime-free village reports its first ever crime. Kaun le gaya iss saiyyan ka dupahiya? 🏍️
— prime video IN (@PrimeVideoIN) February 17, 2025
Jaante hai, saath mein #DupahiyaOnPrime, New Series, 7 March 2025. pic.twitter.com/ZfISEoyxr8
Series appeal
'Dupahiya' aims to resonate with global audience
Nikhil Madhok, head of originals at Prime Video India, praised the series for its unique blend of humor and the essence of small-town India. He said the show aligns with their strategy of providing a platform for fresh storytellers and female-led productions. Meanwhile, director Nair described Dupahiya as "a celebration of humor, chaos, and the quirks of small-town life," emphasizing its focus on "family, fun, and universal dreams."