The Netflix web series Kota Factory has returned with its new season. Starring Jitendra Kumar in the lead role, Season 3 has turned out to be an emotional ride. The new season not only focused on the students’ struggles but also the teachers who try to boost everyone’s confidence.
It revealed how cracking the examination is not easy, neither for students nor their teachers. However, they strive to achieve their goal despite all odds. The new season of the show arrived on Netflix on June 20, and fans are thoroughly enjoying it.
This article looks at some of the most prominent Indian web series that are similar to Kota Factory. Each of these shows makes a powerful commentary on the Indian education system and its shortcomings.
Aspirants
Aspirants, also known as TVF Aspirants, came out in 2021 and touched millions of hearts. The web series follows the story of four friends who strive to crack the UPSC exams and the eventual aftermath when they are all settled in different fields.
Much like Kota Factory, which is based on the institute culture of Kota, Aspirants is set against the backdrop of Old Rajinder Nagar, Delhi. It stars Naveen Kasturia, Abhilash Thapliyal, Shivankit Singh Parihar, Sunny Hinduja, Namita Dubey, and more. The web series is available on Amazon Prime Video.
Alma Matters: Inside The IIT Dream
Alma Matters: Inside The IIT Dream is a three-episode documentary series that throws light on IITians and their lives. It features several well-known names, including Biswa Kalyan Rath. The mini-series also highlights the positive and negative aspects of studying in the most prestigious colleges in India.
Its official synopsis reads, “Alumni of India’s elite academic institutes share the harsh realities, pleasant surprises, and transformative journeys of their college experiences.”
Laakhon Mein Ek
Laakhon Mein Ek is a web series that follows the story of Aakash Gupta, a young man who wants to become an internet sensation. However, his father wants him to pursue engineering and prepare for IIT. Aakash gets caught in a dilemma between his dreams and his family’s expectations.
The series stars Ritvik Sahore, Biswas Kalyan Rath, Shweta Tripathi, Jay Thakkar, and more. Biswa Kalyan Rath created the web series and developed the story with Karan Agarwal. Directed by Abhishek Sengupta, it is currently available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
Physics Wallah
Much like Kota Factory’s Jeetu Bhaiya, Physics Wallah highlights the life and career of a visionary teacher’s journey. It reveals how the teacher creates an affordable education system for students while going against corporate giants in the business.
It consists of six episodes and is based on the real-life story of Alakh Pandey. The show has an IMDb rating of 8.3 out of 10 and is available to watch on Amazon MiniTV.
Mismatched
The Netflix romance drama Mismatched also revolves around a group of students who work hard to become renowned coders and build applications on their own. They also seek their future in the same fields with the hope of becoming entrepreneurs through their work.
Similar to the romantic themes depicted in Kota Factory Season 3, Mismatched sees two distinct individuals working on their relationship. The show features Prajakta Koli and Rohit Saraf in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Vihaan Samat, Taaruk Raina, Ahsaas Channa, Rannvijay Singha, Muskkaan Jaferi, and more.
Indeed, there are several shows on OTT platforms that highlight the struggles faced by students in different disciplines. At the same time, these stories inspire the viewers to never give up on their dreams and achieve greatness through their own efforts. Kota Factory Season 3 is currently streaming on Netflix.
