Aashram Season 3Story:-
Justice remains an elusive concept in the realm of God, famously known as Baba Nirala (portrayed by Bobby Deol), and the opening credits serve as a reminder of the folly in Pammi’s (played by Aditi Pohankar) attempt to take matters into her own hands. If season 2 fails to provide closure for her and the audience, then season 3 promises to deliver a slow, silent burn.
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| Release Date | 3 June 2022 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Genre | Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Cast | Bobby Deol, Chandan Roy Sanyal, Esha Gupta, Darshan Kumaar, Aaditi Pohankar, Tridha Choudhury, Sachin Shroff, Anupriya Goenka, Vikram Kochhar, Anil Rastogi, Anurita Jha, Parinitaa Seth, Adhyayan Suman, Rajeev Siddhartha |
| Director | Prakash Jha |
| Cinematography | Chandan Kowli |
| Music | Advait Nemlekar |
| Producer | Prakash Jha |
| Production | Prakash Jha Productions |
| Certificate | 18+ |
In the realm of religion, culture, and continents, there exists a universal emotional thread that binds people together: the problematic self-proclamation of omniscience.
From the branding of subjects in Keith Raniere’s NXIVM in Canada to the mass suicide in Yogmaya’s Jal Samadhi in Nepal, the bereaved often cling to hope while predators seize the opportunity. When India’s socially conscious director Prakash K Jha delved into the life of the fictional (or is he?) Godman Baba Nirala in his 2020 release Aashram, it sparked discussions amidst the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through this quasi-religious commentary, Jha exposed the facade of these so-called ‘agents of God’ and raised questions about the true nature of divinity.
In season 3, we witness a vengeful Pammi and her partner Akki (portrayed by Rajeev Siddhartha). The tragic deaths of their loved ones in season 2 fuel their quest for justice, yet Jha deliberately prolongs the suspense, stretching the narrative until the allure of Aashram begins to fade.
While Bobby Deol and Chandan Roy Sanyal command a cultish following as the criminal duo Baba Nirala and Bhopa Swami, respectively, Tridha Choudhury’s portrayal of Babita also earns praise. However, the rest of the series fails to sustain the momentum for a third season on MX Player.
Although we may not have experienced life in a cult firsthand, experts in various documentaries have emphasized calculated conditioning and power dynamics as key factors in the rise of such charismatic leaders. Aashram exudes an aura of malice and control, with Jha previously exploring the complex dynamics akin to multi-level marketing schemes. However, in season 3, despite minimal changes, the narrative struggles to captivate the audience. After a brief recap and connection to the previous season, Jha grapples to maintain focus, juggling multiple plotlines including tribal rebellion and the moral ambiguity of central characters.
In conclusion, Aashram season 3 may leave some viewers mildly disappointed as it fails to deliver the same level of intrigue and engagement as its predecessors.
