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A Prime Original series, Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya is a seven-episode comedy-drama directed by Himank Gaur and created and executive-produced by Biswapati Sarkar and Sameer Saxena under the banner of Posham Pa Pictures.
Written by Biswapati Sarkar, Akshay Asthana, Nupur Pai, Tatsat Pandey and Meghna Srivastava, the series follows a laidback headmaster and his pursuit to transform one of the most dysfunctional schools. Led by the versatile Kay Kay Menon, the ensemble cast includes Archana Puran Singh, Abhimanyu Singh, Naveen Kasturia, Prasanna Bisht, Deven Bhojani, Ajitesh Gupta, Annapurna Soni and Prachee Shah.
Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya will premiere on Prime Video in Hindi with English subtitles, across India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide on July 24.
The series offers viewers a glimpse into the heartwarming, humorous and chaotic world of a dysfunctional school. The lighthearted show explores hope, resilience and community as an unlikely headmaster rallies his staff to bring change despite everyday challenges and limited resources.
The trailer opens the gates to Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya, a school where rules are flexible, personalities are larger than life and no two days are ever the same. At the heart of the story is Gyaneshwar Tripathi (Kay Kay Menon), a laidback principal whose quick thinking and unconventional methods keep the school going through every twist and turn. But everything changes when he learns that the headmasters of the ten Delhi schools with the best board results will earn a government-sponsored training program in Cambridge.
As he navigates an eclectic mix of teachers, spirited students, overenthusiastic parents, and a constant stream of unexpected situations, viewers get an entertaining ride. Will Gyaneshwar be able to turn Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya into one of Delhi’s best, or will the chaos get the better of him?
Director Himank Gaur said, “A lot of what you see in Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya comes from the core memories we all carry from our schooldays—the friendships, mischief, the teachers and those everyday moments that stay with you long after you have left the classroom. What made this journey even more special was bringing Biswapati and Sameer’s vision to life alongside an incredible cast led by Kay Kay Menon, Archana Puran Singh, a fantastic ensemble and such a wonderful group of young actors who brought so much energy and authenticity to every scene. I truly believe this is a series that audiences of all ages will enjoy when it premieres on July 24.”
Kay Kay Menon, who portrays the role of Gyaneshwar Tripathi in the series, added, “Over the years, I have had the chance to play all kinds of characters—from intelligence officers and politicians to criminals—but I have never played a headmaster before. That immediately intrigued me when I first read the script. What drew me in even more was how relatable Gyaneshwar is. He is not perfect but has many flaws, but he is also sharp, intuitive and knows how to turn situations to his advantage. At the same time, there is a goodness to him that makes him very human.”
“These different layers made the role so interesting for me. Bringing a character like Gyaneshwar to life would not have been possible without Himank’s clarity, along with the incredible support of my co-actors. This Prime Original series is very different from what I have done in Farzi, Bambai Meri Jaan or Citadel: Honey Bunny, and I am thankful to Prime Video for backing stories and characters like these that allow actors to experiment and explore such roles,” he said.
Archana Puran Singh, who plays Urmila Devi, stated, “What drew me was the beautifully observed writing. It is a story filled with humor, heart and characters that feel incredibly authentic. My character, Urmila Devi, is bold, outspoken, fiercely ambitious and completely unapologetic about who she is, which made her an absolute joy to portray. I especially loved the dynamic between Urmila and Gyaneshwar, and sharing the screen with Kay Kay Menon was truly wonderful.”
