Panchayat, the rural drama by TVF on Amazon Prime Video, is one of the top-rated Indian web series, praised for its honest storytelling and deep connection with viewers. The characters from the village of Phulera resonate strongly with the audience.
Now, Panchayat – Season 3 is streaming, and the reviews are mixed. While it has received praise, some feel the season was extended due to its popularity rather than a compelling story.
Jitendra Kumar returns as Abhishek Tripathi, joined by Raghubir Yadav, Neena Gupta, Faisal Malik, and Chandan Roy. Interestingly, the actors have charged modest fees, keeping the show’s budget in check. This frugality has contributed to the show’s success and viewer love.
– Jitendra Kumar: Reportedly charged ₹70,000 per episode, totaling ₹5.5 lakhs for the season.
– Neena Gupta (Manju Devi): Rumored to receive ₹50,000 per episode, about ₹4 lakhs in total.
– Raghubir Yadav (Pradhan ji): Paid ₹40,000 per episode, totaling ₹3.2 lakhs.
– Chandan Roy (Vikas) & Faisal Malik (Prahlad): Each received ₹20,000 per episode, with total earnings of ₹1.6 lakhs each.
These salaries are surprisingly low given the show’s success, and none of the actors have confirmed or denied these amounts.
While Panchayat retains its heartwarming charm, Season 3 doesn’t quite match the impact of the first two seasons.
The first season’s freshness and the second season’s dramatic plot twist set high standards.
Season 3 introduces a more intense storyline with an MLA seeking revenge, which sometimes feels stretched and lacks a satisfying climax.
