Sankalp (TV series)

Sankalp
Official Digital Release Poster
Genrepolitical drama
Written by
  • Reshu Nath
  • Prasad Kadam
  • Chandan Kumar
Directed byPrakash Jha
Starring
Country of originIndia
Original languageHindi
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes10
Production
Producers
CinematographyChandan Kowli
Camera setupMulti-camera
Production companiesJio Studios
PJP Films
Original release
NetworkAmazon MX Player
Release11 March 2026 (2026-03-11) –
present

Sankalp is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language socio-political drama[1] streaming television series directed by Prakash Jha and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Dishaa Jha under the banner of Jio Studios and PJP Films. It stars Nana Patekar, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Kubbra Sait, Sanjay Kapoor and Neeraj Kabi.[2] [3][4] The series premiered on 11 March 2026 on Amazon MX Player.[5]

Synopsis

SANKALP is a premium Indian socio-political drama that explores how power is manufactured not through elections, but through mentorship and institutional control. Inspired by the ancient Chanakya-Chandragupta chronicles, the series reimagines political strategy for modern India, where classrooms replace battlefields and bureaucrats replace soldiers.

Cast

Episodes

Season 1

SeriesEpisodesOriginally released
11011 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
No.TitleDirected byOriginal release date
1"Sankalp"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
2"Guru Dakshina"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
3"Masterstroke"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
4"Apmaan"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
5"Sendh"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
6"Vishwaasghaat"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
7"Ant Kaa Aarambh"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
8"Collateral Damage"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
9"Check-Mate"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)
10"Punarsankalp"Prakash Jha11 March 2026 (2026-03-11)

Production

Prakash Jha announced a socio-political web series starring Nana Patekar and Sanjay Kapoor, which was initially reported under the working title "Laal Batti". The project marks Nana Patekar's debut in the OTT space and is set against a political backdrop, with the actor playing a lawyer-turned-politician while Sanjay Kapoor portrays his close associate. The series was officially unveiled by Jio Studios on 12 April 2023 during its large content slate announcement at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Later in development, the show's title was changed and it is now known as "Sankalp".[6][7][8][9]

Release

The series primeired on 11 March 2026 on Amazon MX Player.[10][11]

Reception

Rahul Desai of The Hollywood Reporter India calls it a "A welcome return to basics," and as formulaic as Sankalp is, it's one of those uncannily sketched shows that mines a long-standing culture of reverence and obligation.[12] Archika Khurana of The Times of India gave 3.5 stars out of 5 and said that "With its mix of strategy, ideology and personal conflict, Sankalp ultimately stands as a thought-provoking exploration of how power operates—not just in politics, but in the relationships that shape it."[13]

Bollywood Hungama rated it 2.5/5 stars and writes that "SANKALP rests on a compelling storyline and strong performances by Nana Patekar and the other lead actors. However, the excessive length, silly goings-on and weak climax dilute the impact. Nevertheless, the show should manage to garner viewership due to its mass-appealing treatment and casting."[14] BH Harsh of Cinema Express also gave 2.5 stars out of 5 and said that "The Prakash Jha series has its moments, but struggles to maintain momentum with its many subplots."[15]

Deepa Gahlot of Rediff.com gave 3 stars out of 5 and noted that "'There is a fortune in stolen money, counterfeit notes floating around, and political skullduggery afoot, along with treachery, double dealing, kidnapping and all manner of wickedness packing the series so densely that the pace never flags and a profusion of twists keeps the story engaging even when it strains credibilit."[16] Anuj Kumar of The Hindu observed that "The attempt at subversive social-political inquiry into mentorship and manipulation is diminished by overwriting and tiresome visual and creative contrivances."[17]

Zinia Bandyopadhyay of Firstpost rated it 2.5/5 stars and said that "Sankalp is a show with ambition, ideas and a commanding central performance. But a sprawling narrative and uneven pacing dilute what could have been a far sharper political drama."[18] Free Press Journal's Troy Ribeiro gave 3 stars out of 5 and said that "Sankalp is an engaging political thriller on mentorship, power and revenge, elevated by strong performances despite occasional narrative imbalance."[19]

References

  1. ^ "Sankalp OTT release date: When and where to watch Nana Patekar's OTT debut series". OTT Play. 5 March 2026.
  2. ^ "'Sankalp' trailer: Nana Patekar makes streaming debut in Prakash Jha's political thriller". The Hindu. 18 February 2026.
  3. ^ "Sankalp trailer: Nana Patekar is a master strategist in saga of power struggle from Prakash Jha". Hindustan Times. 6 March 2026.
  4. ^ "Nana Patekar makes web series debut with Prakash Jha's socio-political thriller Sankalp; trailer unveiled ahead of March 11 premiere". Bollywood Hungama. 5 March 2026.
  5. ^ "Sankalp Now Streaming on OTT: What You Need to Know About Nana Patekar and Prakash Jha's Series". Gadget 360. 11 March 2026.
  6. ^ "Veteran actor Nana Patekar set to make OTT debut with Prakash Jha's 'Laal Batti'". India TV. 12 April 2023.
  7. ^ "Laal Batti: प्रकाश झा की अगली वेब सीरीज 'लाल बत्ती' का एलान, ओटीटी कमबैक के लिए नाना पाटेकर तैयार". ABP News (in Hindi). 13 April 2023.
  8. ^ "Prakash Jha ropes in Nana Patekar and Sanjay Kapoor for a political drama". Times of India. 1 January 2023.
  9. ^ "EXCLUSIVE: 8 hour-long Sankalp was shot in JUST 57 days – Prakash Jha's producer-daughter Dishaa Jhaa shares fascinating trivia: "Bachchans stayed in the bungalow owned by Nana Patekar in the show"; adds, "I hope Sankalp BREAKS the record of Aashram"". Bollywood Hungama. 13 March 2026.
  10. ^ "Sankalp teaser: Nana Patekar makes OTT debut in Prakash Jha's socio-political saga". India Today. 28 February 2026.
  11. ^ "Sankalp: Nana Patekar Describes Collaboration with Director Prakash Jha as 'Unique, Always a Significant Learning Experience' for His OTT Debut". Zoom. 11 March 2026.
  12. ^ Desai, Rahul (12 March 2026). "'Sankalp' Series Review: The Grassroots Allure of Prakash Jha's Storytelling". The Hollywood Reporter India.
  13. ^ Khurana, Archika (11 March 2026). "Sankalp Season 1 Review : Nana Patekar's commanding presence drives this layered political drama". The Times of India.
  14. ^ "Web Series Review: SANKALP rests on a compelling storyline and strong performances but the length, silly goings-on and weak climax dilute the impact". Bollywood Hungama. 11 March 2026.
  15. ^ Harsh, B H (13 March 2026). "Sankalp Series Review: Nana Patekar's OTT debut lacks energy and coherence". Cinema Express.
  16. ^ Gahlot, Deepa (12 March 2026). "Sankalp: Lethal Weapons". Rediff.com.
  17. ^ Kumar, Anuj (12 March 2026). "'Sankalp' series review: Nana Patekar anchors Prakash Jha's game of thrones". The Hindu.
  18. ^ Bandyopadhyay, Zinia (12 March 2026). "'Sankalp' Review: Nana Patekar holds the centre in Prakash Jha's political chessboard that takes too long to make its move". Firstpost.
  19. ^ Ribeiro, Troy (11 March 2026). "Sankalp Review: Nana Patekar & Sanjay Kapoor's Tale Of Strategy, Revenge & Mentor's Lasting Influence". Free Press Journal.
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