BOTTOM LINE
Okayish Corporate Drama
PLATFORM
Amazon MX Player
RUNTIME
450 minutes (15 episodes)
What Is the Film About?
Abhijeet, a small-town boy, relocates to Mumbai for a high-paying job, struggling with professional ethics and fitting in. His ambition leads to selfish acts, damaging friendships with colleagues Garima, Saurav, and Shruti, resulting in isolation and debt. After a crisis, he rebuilds, facing workplace crises and navigating a complex relationship with Garima, learning the true cost of success.
Performances
Mihir Ahuja’s ‘chocolate boy’ looks suit his role as an innocent young man trying to find his way in a restless city. His performance is neat, handling the highs and lows of his character with composure. RJ Mahvash has good screen presence, unveiling many layers in her role and sharing a warm camaraderie with Mihir.
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Analysis
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Pyar Paisa Profit, adapted from Durjoy Dutta’s book Now That You’re Rich – Let’s Fall in Love (which he also co-wrote the screenplay for), feels like an easy airport read in web series form. Offering a quick glimpse into a small-town boy’s struggles in the big city and his attempt to fit into the corporate world, it doesn’t aim for depth but opts for a fast-paced, predictable screenplay designed for instant gratification.
The series provides a relatable peek into Abhijeet’s journey—from his humble beginnings as the son of a small-time shop owner overshadowed by his wealthy brother, to his desperate efforts to carve out a better life in Mumbai. Abhijeet, tired of his father’s miserly ways (who otherwise means well), views his new job as an escape from past struggles and a chance to prove himself.
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As the story shifts to Mumbai, it follows a familiar trajectory. Abhijeet strives to make a mark, scoring brownie points with his boss, vainly attempting to woo high-society colleague Garima, forming a strong bond with roommate Saurav, and finding a kindred spirit in Shruti. Over time, changing priorities, career ambitions, and pretenses strain relationships, causing Abhijeet to lose his moral compass.
What works are the relatable characters and their individual conflicts, each grappling with their own struggles. Saurav, despite being born with a silver spoon, seeks to forge his own path. Shruti aims to escape the pressures of her conservative family to marry. Garima, having broken free from a toxic relationship and overprotective parents who neglect her, also faces her own challenges.
Though the focus is mainly on Abhijeet and Garima’s evolving relationship, the screenplay explores the journeys of other characters too. At work, characters are pitted against each other for personal gains, with glimpses of the toxicity many endure for a comfortable monthly paycheque. Rajat, the boss, is portrayed as an unusually cool leader who resorts to tricky tactics to get work done.
The show is effective when it captures characters’ vulnerabilities—such as Garima assuming a fake identity on a dating app to connect with Abhijeet. Instead of criticising a generation’s dating choices, it recognises their need to find solace amid high-stress lives. At the same, the portrayal of corporate realities feels exaggerated and lacklustre, with many scenes lacking impact.
The series is particularly sloppy in the final episodes, where Abhijeet desperately clings to his high-end lifestyle and resorts to problematic choices to keep his job. The sudden rise and fall of his character feels jarring, much like the drastic twists at his office. This unnecessarily complicates the narrative, even as the breezy screenplay tries to salvage the situation.
In many ways, Pyar Paisa Profit resembles a companion piece to the popular TVF show Official Chukyagiri, exploring the personal journeys and corporate pursuits of diverse characters. Unlike the feel-good vibe of the latter, this series attempts to be pulpier and messier in both writing and characterisation. While initially entertaining, it gradually loses momentum.
Pyar Paisa Profit is a tolerable workplace drama that doesn’t aim too high. It works if you watch it without high expectations and accept its predictable, sometimes exaggerated narrative.
Performances by Others Actors
Neil Bhoopalam’s performances feel increasingly similar across projects—the body language and dialogue delivery could benefit from subtle variation. Ashish Raghav’s easy-going persona and expressive acting help his portrayal, while Shivangi Khedkar is decent as a guarded woman eager to break free.
Music and Other Departments?
The music score relies on familiar, popular tracks from mainstream films, fitting the situations but not offering anything new. Composer Nirmal Pandya doesn’t push boundaries here. The cinematography by Manggesh Mahadik, despite the limited set of locations, is one of the show’s strengths, capturing the visual tone effectively. The writing favours easy engagement over depth, with the 30-minute episode format making for convenient, snackable content.
Highlights?
Relatable premise
Breezy screenplay
Decent performances
Drawbacks?
Doesn’t offer anything new
Exaggerated portrayal of corporate realities
Loses its way after a decent start
Did I Enjoy It?
Only in parts
Will You Recommend It?
If you don’t mind a light-weight corporate drama
Pyar Paisa Profit Series Review by M9
