Bihar Elections: 5 Web Series That Capture The State’s Political Landscape

As Bihar gears up for another political showdown, the drama isn’t confined to rallies and speeches. From Maharani to Raktanchal, these 5 web series peel back the layers of power, caste, and crime- revealing how reel Bihar mirrors the real one.

Post Published By: Ayushi Bisht
Updated : 5 November 2025, 4:47 PM IST
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Patna: As the Bihar Assembly elections draw closer, the political temperature in the state is soaring once again. But beyond the high-voltage campaign trails and fiery speeches, the entertainment world has also captured Bihar’s dramatic political undercurrents.

Several Indian web series have portrayed the intricate web of caste politics, power, and survival that defines Bihar’s political reality. Here are five series that mirror the state’s ever-evolving power game.

1. Maharani

Huma Qureshi’s Maharani takes heavy inspiration from Bihar’s political history. The story revolves around Rani Bharti, a simple homemaker thrust into politics after her husband’s sudden exit from power.

Set against the backdrop of the 1990s, it delves into corruption, caste equations, and gender bias in Bihar’s governance. The series stands out for its raw realism and political depth.

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2. Rangbaaz

Zee5’s Rangbaaz presents a powerful blend of crime and politics in Bihar’s hinterland. Based on true events, it tells the tale of a gangster who becomes a political strongman.

Through its gritty tone and fast-paced storytelling, the show captures how crime and politics often run parallel in small-town Bihar where loyalty and fear define leadership.

3. Khakee: The Bihar Chapter

Created by Neeraj Pandey, Khakee: The Bihar Chapter portrays an upright police officer’s face-off with a dreaded criminal, both operating under the shadow of political influence.

The series goes beyond the usual crime narrative to explore how political protection and bureaucracy affect the functioning of law and order in Bihar.

4. Raktanchal

MX Player’s Raktanchal brings alive the world of 1980s Purvanchal politics and crime a setting deeply intertwined with Bihar’s borders and power structures.

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The story of Waseem Khan and Vijay Singh reflects how political contracts, muscle power, and vengeance shaped leadership in the region. Its intense dialogues and realistic portrayal of local politics make it one of the most gripping political dramas linked to Bihar’s backdrop.

5. Tandav

While Tandav unfolds in the corridors of Delhi’s politics, its themes echo the northern Indian political ethos ambition, betrayal, and power play reminiscent of Bihar’s influence in national politics. The series shows how student politics and caste identity act as breeding grounds for political ambition.

Reel Politics, Real Reflections

Together, these web series go beyond entertainment. They offer a sharp commentary on Bihar’s political ecosystem where caste, crime, charisma, and courage intersect. Each story holds a mirror to the society and the power struggles that continue to shape the state’s destiny.

 

Location : 
  • New Delhi

Published : 
  • 5 November 2025, 4:47 PM IST