‘Mitti – Ek Nayi Pehchaan,’ jointly directed by Alok Kumar Dwivedi and Gaganjeet Singh, released on 10th July and stars Ishwak Singh, Shruti Sharma, Diksha Juneja, Alka Amin, and Piyush Kumar.
‘Mitti – Ek Nayi Pehchaan’ isn’t the kind of series that tries to fit into the typical streaming mold. There’s no rush to impress, no gloss, no high-stakes drama packed into each frame. Instead, it quietly places you in a North Indian village and lets the world breathe. It leans into simplicity—with its characters, its setting, and its emotional core. And somehow, that’s exactly what makes it work.
A rooted story that grows on you
The people feel familiar, the problems feel real, and the village of Dol Chhapra becomes more than a backdrop—it becomes a character in itself. The show doesn’t bother with convention or flash; it moves at its own pace, much like the village it’s set in, and the effect is surprisingly calming. In the end, ‘Mitti’ doesn’t just entertain—it makes you reflect on a life we’ve all distanced ourselves from.
A personal return, a family’s redemption
At the centre of the plot is Raghav Sharma (Ishwak Singh), a successful ad executive who’s made a name for himself by adding a desi touch to slick campaigns. Raised by his grandparents (played by Yogendra Tiku and Alka Amin) in a village while his parents chased careers in the city, Raghav is jolted when news of his grandfather’s death arrives. But returning home brings more than just grief. He finds his family drowning in debt—his father’s failed experiment with modern farming has left their name in tatters. The villagers scoff at what they see as a fool’s dream. Determined to restore his grandfather’s dignity, Raghav decides to stay back and try again. In doing so, he loses his job, drifts away from his girlfriend Stuti, and stakes everything on a belief that farming can be done differently. He’s joined by childhood friends Baiju (Pranjal Pateriya) and Maahoo (Piyush Kumar), whose dreams of city life are on pause, but whose loyalty is unwavering.
Characters that feel lived-in
What elevates ‘Mitti’ is its performances. Ishwak Singh delivers a credible portrayal of Raghav—he’s not a hero in the typical sense, just a man trying to fix something broken. There’s a quiet resolve in his performance that really holds the series together. Diksha Juneja makes an impression as Stuti despite limited screen time. But it’s Baiju and Maahoo who often bring a smile—two well-meaning village boys who bring lightness to Raghav’s heavy world. And then there’s Shruti Sharma as Kritika, the government officer. She doesn’t just play her role; she owns the screen every time she appears—firm, intelligent, but never cold. The cast makes sure the emotional notes land without ever feeling forced or performed.
Life in the village told without frills
The beauty of ‘Mitti’ lies in its attention to detail. The village isn’t dressed up to look cinematic—it’s dusty, slow, and believable. People talk over chai, stare at the sky from machaans, and drink beer by the tube well. Life unfolds at its own pace, and the show embraces that. The theme of modern farming is at the centre, but the series doesn’t preach. It simply shows the struggles and the hope that come with trying something new in a place that resists change. There’s no manufactured drama, just the steady build of one man pushing against odds. And in a world of overcomplicated plots, this kind of straightforward storytelling feels oddly refreshing. The emotional payoff isn’t loud—it’s earned, and that’s rare.
Honest storytelling
What makes ‘Mitti’ stay with you is how rooted it feels. The bond between Raghav and his grandmother, the silent frustration of Baiju and Maahoo, the unspoken connection between Raghav and Kritika—all of it feels real, not written. The show nudges you to think about your own childhood, your family, and your roots. It doesn’t beg for your attention; it earns it by staying honest. Sure, a slow-paced rural drama about farming may not appeal to everyone in a market saturated with thrillers and comedies. But ‘Mitti’ isn’t trying to be everything. It knows what it is—and in sticking to that, it finds its power. It reminds you that storytelling doesn’t need to be flashy to be effective. Sometimes, all it takes is a little mud, a lot of heart, and a story that means something.
Rating: 3.5/5
(‘Mitti – Ek Nayi Pehchaan’ is streaming on Amazon MX Player)
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