The Revolutionaries (TV series)

The Revolutionaries
Official promotional poster
GenrePeriod drama
Action
Historical
Based onRevolutionaries: The Other Story of How India Won Its Freedom[1]
by Sanjeev Sanyal
Directed byNikkhil Advani
Starring
Country of originIndia
Original languageHindi
No. of seasons1
No. of episodesTBA
Production
Producers
  • Nikkhil Advani
  • Monisha Advani
  • Madhu Bhojwani
Production locationsMumbai, Amritsar, Varanasi, Dehradun
Production companyEmmay Entertainment
Original release
NetworkAmazon Prime Video

The Revolutionaries (Hindi: द रिवोल्यूशनरीज, romanized: Da Rivolyūśanareez) is an upcoming Indian period action drama web series directed by Nikkhil Advani and set to premiere in 2026 on Amazon Prime Video. The series is based on the non-fiction book Revolutionaries: The Other Story Of How India Won Its Freedom by Sanjeev Sanyal,[2] and explores the lives of young Indian freedom fighters who believed armed resistance was essential to ending British colonial rule.

Premise

Set during the Indian independence movement, the series follows a group of young revolutionaries who engage in armed resistance against British colonial rule. It explores their motivations, actions, and the historical context of their involvement, presenting a dramatized account of their role in the broader struggle for India's [3][4]

Cast

Production

The Revolutionaries is directed by Nikkhil Advani and produced by Monisha Advani and Madhu Bhojwani. Casting for the series is overseen by Kavish Sinha. Filming is taking place across multiple locations in India, including Mumbai, Amritsar, Varanasi, and Dehradun.[11][12][13]

The production design is led by Surabhi Verma, with costume design by Sakshi Goel. The art department includes Ankit Gupta, Rohit Nalawade, and Jainil Sachde. Gaffer Imsajidshaikh is credited with lighting. Parag Chadha contributed to casting for secondary and tertiary roles.[14][15]

Release

The series is scheduled for release in 2026 and is expected to be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. According to a press release, it will be accessible in over 240 countries and territories.[16]

Promotion

The first look of the series was revealed via Prime Video’s official Instagram handle. A 56-second teaser showcases the revolutionaries in disguises, engaging in underground resistance activities against British rule. Rohit Saraf is shown in a wrestling ground setting, while Bhuvan Bam sports a never-before-seen look. Pratibha Ranta, known for Laapataa Ladies, also appears as a fighter in the resistance.[17][18]

Director’s Statement

In a press release, director Nikkhil Advani described the series as a "deeply enriching and enlightening experience," and cited Sanjeev Sanyal’s book as a key source for exploring lesser-known aspects of India's independence movement. He acknowledged Prime Video's support in developing the project and noted that the cast had contributed significantly to portraying the historical figures. Advani stated that the creative team aimed to deliver a narrative that is both historically grounded and engaging for a global audience.[19]

See also

References

  1. ^ Sanyal, Sanjeev (10 January 2023). Revolutionaries: The Other Story of How India Won Its Freedom. HarperCollins India. ISBN 9789356295708. Retrieved 16 July 2025. {{cite book}}: Check |isbn= value: checksum (help)
  2. ^ "'The Revolutionaries': Period action series on freedom struggle debuts first look". The Hindu. 14 July 2025. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  3. ^ "Pratibha Ranta, Rohit Saraf, Bhuvan Bam and Others Bring Fire and Intensity in First Look of Prime Video's 'The Revolutionaries'". Firstpost. 2025-07-14. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  4. ^ Service, Statesman News (2025-07-14). "Rohit Saraf sheds his 'good boy' image for freedom fighter role in 'The Revolutionaries'". The Statesman. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  5. ^ "Bhuvan Bam's Bold New Look for The Revolutionaries Grabs The Limelight | Filmfare.com". www.filmfare.com. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  6. ^ "Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta, Bhuvan Bam Star in The Revolutionaries First Look | Filmfare.com". www.filmfare.com. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  7. ^ "The Revolutionaries: Pratibha Ranta, Bhuvan Bam Star In Epic Tale Of India's Freedom Fight". News18. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  8. ^ IANS (2025-07-14). "Makers drop first look of The Revolutionaries, starring Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ratna, Gurfateh Pirzada and Bhuvan Bam". Indulgexpress. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
  9. ^ "Who Is Jason Shah? Heeramandi's Bad Cop Now Part Of The Revolutionaries". News18. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  10. ^ "'The Revolutionaries' First Look: Bhuvan Bam And Others Are Looking Good, Production Quality Looks Underwhelming | The Filmy Charcha". filmycharcha.com. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
  11. ^ "The Revolutionaries first look: Nikkhil Advani recreates Indian freedom struggle". India Today. 2025-07-14. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  12. ^ Entertainment, ABP Live (2025-07-14). "The Revolutionaries First Look: Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta Lead Historical Drama". news.abplive.com. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  13. ^ "The Revolutionaries OTT release: Where to watch Bhuvan Bam and Rohit Saraf's period drama". Indiatimes. 2025-07-14. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
  14. ^ "'The Revolutionaries' first look out: Nikkhil Advani's period drama pays tribute to young Indian freedom fighters". The Times of India. 2025-07-15. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  15. ^ "The Revolutionaries first look: Prime Video's 'The Revolutionaries' unveils first look". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  16. ^ Correspondent, D. C. (2025-07-14). "Prime Video's Unveils First Look of Period Drama Series The Revolutionaries". www.deccanchronicle.com. Retrieved 2025-07-16. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  17. ^ Gahlaut, Kanavi (14 July 2025). "'The Revolutionaries' first look: Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta fight British Raj in Nikkhil Advani's period drama". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  18. ^ "The Revolutionaries: First Look Of Bhuvan Bam And Rohit Saraf's Web Series Out Now". NDTV. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
  19. ^ Desk, India TV News; News, India TV (2025-07-14). "The Revolutionaries First Look: Amazon Prime Video unveil first look of Rohit Saraf-Bhuvan Bam period drama". India TV News. Retrieved 2025-07-16. {{cite web}}: |last1= has generic name (help)
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