This series is a beautiful and intelligent blend of ethnic, modern, and futuristic trends, not just in music, but in the lives of Indians. It witnesses transitions in music from the old classics to modern contemporary forms and marries traditions with modernity. Based in the beautiful and historical city of Jodhpur, the backdrop gives a strong take-off for the story from the heritage into the technological. It is a treat for music lovers as they will get to hear a lot of singing and music. Though I don't understand Indian classical music it was great to know how complex and intricate our music is. A great tussle created between these two different generations and ages also makes for contrasting stories and characterization to watch. The traditional classical Indian musical gharanas vs the modern on-stage performances and youtube following, both co-exist and compliment each other without compromising their identity. In many ways, it is a taste of how Indian youth are marrying both these ages with one leg on each side balancing the act and falling many times ; but at the same time creating a new present for itself taking the best of both the worlds.
The lead, Ritiwk Bhoumik, has a sober style yet grows on you with every passing episode. Manisha Koirala's child representator, who has now grown into a stunning bubbly Shreya Choudhary, gives a natural and easy performance. The legendary stalwart of classical music of Rathod Gharana played by the legend Nasiruddin Shah gives the story a strong pivot from which comes this very Indian, very musical, very original series. Atul Kulkarni convincingly challenges the great stalwart indulging the audience. Though the series gets a bit slow in the later halves, it picks up dramatically towards the end, to finish with a great flourish.
Rating - 3.75 / 5
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