New Delhi: Prime Video’s latest Hindi series Bandwaale is set to drop worldwide on February 13, promising a fresh take on youth dreams and self-discovery. Starring Zahan Kapoor, Shalini Pandey, and Swanand Kirkire, this musical dramedy unfolds in Ratlam, where a young poet and her quirky bandmates chase identity through music, laughs, and unbreakable bonds.
Get ready for original tracks by Yashraj Mukhate that hit right in the feels—could this be your next binge-watch obsession?
Bandwaale series plot and stars
Bandwaale follows Mariam, a young poet grappling with identity, independence, and self-expression, as she shares her work anonymously online. She teams up with bandmates Robo and DJ Psycho for companionship, humour, and hope fueled by music and creativity. The lead cast includes Zahan Kapoor as one of the band members, Shalini Pandey in the key role of Mariam, and Swanand Kirkire, with supporting actors like Ashish Vidyarthi, Anupama Kumar, and Sanjana Dipu.
View this post on Instagram
Music and creative team
Music drives the story, featuring original compositions by Yashraj Mukhate in his debut for a long-format series, mirroring the characters’ emotional journeys. The series was created and written by Ankur Tewari and Swanand Kirkire, and directed by Akshat Verma and Tewari. Produced by OML Entertainment, it blends creator-driven storytelling with grounded humour and emotion.
What makes it special
Prime Video highlights Bandwaale as a focus on “creator-driven storytelling, blending music, emotion, and grounded humour in a story rooted in everyday realities,” according to an official statement from the platform. The makers call it “an intimate yet universal coming-of-age tale that explores quiet courage, friendship and the power of creative expression.” Set against Ratlam’s backdrop, the show captures the youth’s raw energy through friendship and tunes.
Fans are buzzing on social media, with Instagram posts teasing the vibrant posters. This February 13 premiere on Prime Video could strike a chord with anyone chasing dreams amid life’s chaos.