'Can't rush': Jitendra Kumar on possibility of 'Panchayat' S04
Four years ago, during the pandemic-induced lockdown, the television show Panchayat gained significant popularity among homebound audiences. Jitendra Kumar, the lead actor of the series, credits its success to a distinctive storytelling approach. "The audience had not seen such a narrative in a long time. Panchayat brings nostalgia," Kumar told Mid-Day. He also spoke about the possibility of a fourth season.
Kumar's character returns in 'Panchayat' Season 03
In the upcoming third season of Panchayat on Amazon Prime Video, Kumar's character Abhishek Tripathi, also known as Sachiv Ji, makes a comeback to Phulera village. "After his return, the character only wants to do his work. But he gets into solving the problems of the village," explained Kumar. The new season introduces a fresh party into the gram panchayat political scene, adding another layer to the narrative.
Kumar's preparation for the upcoming season
Despite reprising his role for the third time, Kumar revealed that it still necessitates preparation. "Before starting the new season, I revisit the previous edition and go through my favorite episodes," he shared. "Of course, we also have readings and workshops before we begin shooting. We can't perform too differently; that would make it a completely new character."
Is Season 4 on the cards?
Reflecting upon the possibility of a fourth season, he said, "It takes about eight months to write eight episodes, discuss with the team, incorporate changes, and lock in the final screenplay." "Since there are so many actors, their dates need to be coordinated. You can't rush with a script-driven show like Panchayat, because that would affect the quality." Season 3 will land on Amazon Prime Video on May 28 and also stars Neena Gupta and Raghubir Yadav.
