MUMBAI—February 24, 2025—Prime Video, India’s most loved entertainment destination, today unveiled a fascinating trailer for its upcoming Original series, Dupahiya. Created and executive produced by Salona Bains Joshi and Shubh Shivdasani under their banner, Bombay Film Cartel, the series is directed by Sonam Nair and created and written by Avinash Dwivedi and Chirag Garg. Set against the backdrop of a fictional village Dhadakpur, Dupahiya is a comedy-drama that weaves fun and drama with small-town charm. With a perfect blend of humour, chaos, and intrigue, the Original series is brought to life by a highly talented and versatile cast, featuring Gajraj Rao, Renuka Shahane, Bhuvan Arora, Sparsh Shrivastava, Shivani Raghuvanshi, and Yashpal Sharma in the lead roles. The series is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide on March 7.
The trailer kicks off in the fictional village of Dhadakpur—also known as the Belgium of Bihar – that is on the cusp of celebrating being crime-free for 25 years. But chaos strikes when a never-seen-before motorbike, that was purchased as a wedding gift gets stolen 7 days before the ceremony! With the fate of the wedding left hanging, the journey the family and the ex-lover of the bride take to find the Dupahiya forms the heart of this comedy that deals with the hopes and aspirations of simple people.
Gajraj Rao, who portrays Banwari Jha, the father of the bride in Dupahiya, shared his excitement about the series, “Dupahiya is a project I’m truly thrilled to be a part of. Playing Banwari Jha—a mathematics teacher who sets aside calculations and follows his heart when it comes to his daughter’s happiness—has been a delightful experience. This series is the result of the incredible collaboration between Salona Bains Joshi, Sonam Nair, and Shubh Shivdasani, along with a stellar cast and crew. It beautifully captures the quirks, chaos, and charm of small-town life, blending humor with heartfelt moments. I can’t wait for audiences to join us on this crazy, laughter-filled journey when Dupahiya premieres on March 7 on Prime Video.”
Renuka Shahane, who plays Pushplata, the sarpanch, in the series, said, “Pushplata, my character, is unlike anything I’ve done before. As the strong-willed, endearing sarpanch of Dhadakpur, the role has allowed me to explore and expand my skills as an actor. Working alongside Sonam Nair and an exceptional cast was an incredibly fulfilling experience – and it shines through in every frame of the series. Dupahiya is a wonderful heartland comedy that showcases hopes, dreams and aspirations of small-town India, and I am looking forward to sharing this series with Prime Video’s audiences in India and across the world on March 7.”
Shivani Raghuvanshi, who plays Roshni Jha, the bride, in the series, said, “Playing Roshni Jha in Dupahiya has been an absolute joy. She is such a fun and adorable character, someone who lives in her own world yet knows exactly what she wants. She’s innocent but resilient, untainted by her circumstances, and unafraid to speak her mind—a refreshing change from any character I’ve played before. Bringing her to life was both exciting and challenging. The entire journey of Dupahiya has been special, from the script, to the incredible team. The energy on set made it one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. Returning to Prime Video after Made in Heaven feels like coming home—but with an entirely different kind of wedding drama this time!”
Sparsh Shrivastava, who plays Bhugol in the series, said, “Dupahiya has been an incredible journey, made special by a fantastic cast and crew. But what stood out the most to me is that it is my first comedy-drama series, and it has pushed me beyond my comfort zone. My character, Bhugol is endearing and eccentric —an aspiring influencer with a flamboyant, fashion-forward personality and a lovable dreamer’s heart. Bringing him to life was a fulfilling experience and I can’t wait for audiences to experience the fun and chaos of Dhadakpur and Dupahiya when it premieres on Prime Video on March 7!”
Bhuvan Arora, who plays Amavas in the series, said, “My character in Dupahiya is unlike any I’ve played, communicating more through silence than words, which intrigued me and I had a great time exploring his layered personality. The series is a true labour of love, entertaining, hilarious and heart-warming, brought together by some extremely talented people, both in front of the camera, and behind it. I am thrilled that audiences across India and the world will be able to embark on this joyous ride with us starting March 7, only on Prime Video.”
