is a 2018 hard-hitting Bengali-language crime thriller web series directed by Parambrata Chatterjee . Released as a Hoichoi original, the first season consists of nine episodes that delve into the gritty intersections of filmmaking, the coal mafia, and political corruption. Premise and Plot
The show excels at capturing the bleak, dusty, and orange-hued landscapes of Dhanbad. You can almost feel the grime on the screen, which adds to the immersive experience of the noir genre.
For audiences who enjoyed Mirzapur , Gangs of Wasseypur , or Sacred Games , this series offers a similar socio-political crime flavor but through a distinct regional lens. It proved that regional language web series could match the scale, intensity, and writing quality of mainstream national productions. Dhanbad Blues -2018- -Season 1 All Episodes - E...
The early episodes establish Mrinal's desperation in Kolkata. The contrast between the cultural elite of Bengal and the raw, lawless terrain of Dhanbad is highlighted when the crew arrives at the shooting location. The tone shifts dramatically as film equipment is replaced by guns, and the crew realizes they are being watched by local syndicates. Phase 2: The Illusion of Control
28 min Summary: Meera discovers a pattern: six workers have gone missing in two months. Vikram’s former colleague warns him to stay away from the “Northern Ridge” mines. The episode introduces “Bhai Sahab” via a phone call – voice modulated, menacing. is a 2018 hard-hitting Bengali-language crime thriller web
Dhanbad Blues is a gritty, dark, and suspenseful thriller that explores the underbelly of the coal mining city of Dhanbad. The series is set against the backdrop of the coal mafia and the stark realities of "Coal India."
The series follows (played by veteran actor Rajatava Dutta ), a 40-year-old failed filmmaker living a life of constant bad luck. Just when his career and relationships seem to have hit a dead end, he receives an unexpected opportunity to go to Dhanbad, Jharkhand, to shoot a film. You can almost feel the grime on the
| | Title | Original Air Date | Synopsis | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | S1 E1 | Game Over | Dec 15, 2018 | Career and relationship have failed miserably in director Mrinal’s life. Will his decision to accept an opportunity to direct a film change his life? | | S1 E2 | Ruti-Ruji Calling | Dec 15, 2018 | Mrinal is asked by his production manager to reach Dhanbad for the film, while Dhanbad is waiting to welcome him with a ready script. | | S1 E3 | Garia To Jharia | Dec 15, 2018 | With his assistant director, Mrinal starts for Dhanbad. Upon reaching, he is asked to shoot a film within three days. Did he take a wise decision? | | S1 E4 | Bhadro Maash | Dec 15, 2018 | It’s a do-or-die situation for Mrinal as the money he received for making the film was shelled out by a mafia who wants him to make a porn film. | | S1 E5 | Muhurat | Dec 15, 2018 | Mrinal feels out of place after the truth is revealed to him. Sensing danger, his assistant Riddhima helps by narrating a script for the film. | | S1 E6 | Chumur Overdose | Dec 15, 2018 | Jharia turns into a shooting set for Mrinal, while he is unaware of becoming the news of the hour in Kolkata. Is he the victim of an approaching hazard? | | S1 E7 | Director Ke Haath Mein Bandook | Dec 15, 2018 | Mrinal and Riddhima try to find ways to escape from Jharia once they realize they are trapped until they finish the film. | | S1 E8 | Nidhiram Sardar | Dec 15, 2018 | Amidst the situations terrorizing Mrinal, he comes across certain evidence that might help him escape Jharia. | | S1 E9 | Help Please Help | Dec 15, 2018 | The film is finally complete, and it’s time for a special screening. Has it gone as per the script penned by Riddhima and Mrinal? |
Depicts realistic miner deaths and post-credits audio of a real survivor interview (documentary-style).