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Reasons why Indian web series with rural settings are becoming popular
Be it the imaginary town ‘Phulera’ in Panchayat, ‘Kota’ in Kota Factory, ‘Mannphodganj’ in Mannphodganj Ki Binny, or the portrayal of pure village landscape in Jamtara and Gullak, the popularity of Indian web series set in a rural landscape is on the rise.
Additionally, the wave of OTT platforms and internet penetration in the country is also adding fuel to India’s newfound love.
However, a question comes to mind. What could be the possible causes for its rising popularity? Well, read below to find the probable reasons.
A Breath of Fresh Air:
In the world of entertainment where the focus is always on violence and gore themes, Indian web series with village landscape comes like a breath of fresh air with portrayal of simple village life.
Nostalgic vibe:
In a time when urban life is becoming more lonesome, these shows fill the gap creating a connection with the viewers, taking them on a nostalgic ride of memories with the depiction of village life.
An escape route:
Tell about the hectic lifestyle of today's generation! But to the relief, stress, trauma, fatigue, and more, have now found their cure in these Indian web series gems that work like magic with simple and authentic storylines and visuals.
Relatable characters and stories:
A civil service aspirant prepping for D-day, a depiction of a typical day in a middle-class family, or a group of villagers trying to get rich with a phishing scam, the series embraces all the nuances of village life, where viewers can relate to every character.
Simple life:
The city dwellers are now seeking a peaceful retreat to get rid of their everyday stressful hectic life which brings us to the huge consumption of quintessential Indian web series featuring simple village life.
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Quality content:
Nothing beats quality content. These web series have defined the quality of their story, character portrayals, and visuals, binding the viewers emotionally and psychologically.