Vera Maari Office on OTT: The first episode hints at a quirky satire on corporate set-up

Aha's original series Vera Maari Office made its digital premiere on August 10 as the first episode dropped on the platform. The series, directed by Chidambaram Manivannan, has an ensemble cast which comprises RJ Vijay, Janani Ashok Kumar, Vishnu Vijay, VJ Paaru, Lavanya, RJ Sarithiran, Syama Harini, Vikkals Vikram, Soundariya Nanjundan, VJ Pappu, Kannadasan and Sanjeev.

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Plot of Vera Maari Office

The plot revolves around an e-commerce company called The Great Indian Company, which is on the verge of downsizing.  The show delves into the conflicts and friendships between experienced and freshers at the firm, and how they turn work into an enjoyable experience.

Episode one out

The first episode titled Fire...Fire...Fire dropped today and it revolves around an eventful day at the firm when the fire alarm goes off, creating confusion in the office and all the employees are brought in for questioning by the local police. Even as the police try to crack the case, the director of the firm, Nisha, gets to know that the company is planning to lay off some of the employees.

Check out the trailer below

The episode gives a sneak peek of the various personalities in the office, who are poles apart from each other. The series also hints at a quirky and fun experience.  The trailer began with a voiceover by RJ Vijay, who plays Al Gates aka Alagesan (the name seems to be inspired by the character played by ace comedian Vivekh in the film, Lovely), a fresher at the firm.

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While Saran Raghavan has composed the music, Shivakanth, Sathya and Saravana have penned the story for the series. Sathyaa and Siddhartha Ravindranaath have handled cinematography and editing respectively, with Vasu Dhevan handling the art direction. Shivakanth has bankrolled the project under the banner of Kanaa Production.

The Dhoni connection

It is to be noted that RJ Vijay, who is said to be playing the lead in the series, was recently seen in ace cricketer MS Dhoni's maiden production, LGM  (Let's Get Married). He essayed the role of Harish Kalyan's friend in the film, which also starred Ivana and Nadiya Moidu.