Aditi Rao Hydari and Barun Sobti to star in Konkona Sen Sharma's debut directorial Prime Video series

The lead roles in Konkona Sen Sharma's debut web series on Prime Video have been finalised. According to insiders, the forthcoming comedy would star Aditi Rao Hydari and Barun Sobti. The news unites two well-known actors who have never worked together before, marking a major partnership for the streaming service.

Who is directing the web series with Konkona Sen Sharma?

Jaydeep Sarkar and Konkona Sen Sharma will both be involved in directing. Feels Like Ishq (2021) and the Rainbow Rishta (2023) documentary series are among Sarkar's notable works. Following in the footsteps of their respective prior work, the collaboration between Sharma and Sarkar implies an emphasis on complex, character-driven narrative.

As per a report in Variety India, Hydari and Sobti were reportedly chosen as the series' lead actors after the production team looked for a new onscreen pair. Both actors have established significant professional reputations in the romance and drama genres. Casting them as a duo will capitalise on their respective fan bases and introduce a new dynamic to the fans.

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What is the setting and release timeline for the show?

The creators have revealed that the show is a modern romantic comedy, despite keeping the plot under wraps. The story takes place in South Delhi, a neighbourhood with its own unique social and cultural milieu. The principa photography has already started at the set. By all accounts, the series is now shooting for a late 2026 or early 2027 premiere.

Konkona has been away from directing for three years, but she is back with this series. A Death in the Gunj (2017), her first feature film as a filmmaker, was highly praised for its atmospheric qualities and technical execution. In 2023, she directed a segment of Lust Stories 2 on Netflix. In recent acting news, Sharma starred in Rohan Sippy's criminal drama Search: The Naina Murder Case on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium).

What are Aditi Rao Hydari's other upcoming projects?

Casting takes place while the leads are in the midst of a busy period. Hydari was recently seen in the silent film Gandhi Talks alongside Vijay Sethupathi and Arvind Swamy. She is set to appear in Vishal Bhardwaj's Lust Stories 3 (Netflix), in which she will co-star with her husband, Siddharth. In addition, she has roles in Parivarik Manuranjan (directed by Varun V. Sharma) and O Saathi Re (a romantic series by Imtiaz Ali).

As far as OTT is concerned, Sobti is just getting started. He will co-star with Hasleen Kaur in the upcoming family comedy, Ikatthe, directed by Hardik Mehta. Also, Sobti is all set to return to the part he played in the first two seasons of the hit psychological thriller Asur for a third season that's set to go on floors in 2026.

How does this series mark a shift in Konkona Sen Sharma's directorial style?

Leaving behind the dark dramas of her earlier directing work, Sharma enters the realm of modern humour with the untitled Prime Video series. According to the industry analysts, this effort fits in with a larger movement among well-known actors to create character-driven stories in OTT long-form content.

Konkona Sen Sharma web series FAQs:

Q: Who is directing the new Aditi Rao Hydari and Barun Sobti web series?

A: The untitled contemporary comedy is being co-directed by Konkona Sen Sharma and Jaydeep Sarkar. This marks Sharma’s first foray into directing a full-length web series and a shift from her usual intense drama to the romantic comedy genre.

Q: When will the Aditi Rao Hydari and Barun Sobti series be released?

A: Principal photography began in early 2026. According to current production timelines, the series is expected to premiere on Amazon Prime Video in late 2026 or early 2027.

Q: What was Konkona Sen Sharma’s directorial debut?

A: Konkona Sen Sharma made her directorial debut with the critically acclaimed 2017 film A Death in the Gunj. The film established her reputation for atmospheric and technical storytelling.