In India, documentaries are a relatively new form of media. While there have been biopics and historical reenactments, a new trend has been the visual depiction of real-life events in performances or movies.
Additionally, the potential subject matter of a documentary series has been greatly increased by OTT platforms. Shows like Delhi Crimes, Indian Predator, and House of Secrets have shown that even real life can be thrilling and engaging to watch.
Physics Wallah is an addition to the genre, chronicling the story of a YouTuber who inspired millions of kids throughout the country. Continue reading to learn more about the show and its creator, Alakh Pandey.
Physics Wallah began in 2014 as a YouTube channel and has now expanded into an ed-tech platform. Alakh Pandey, the channel’s and platform’s developer, began by teaching a variety of subjects for free to students preparing for IIT-JEE, class 10th and 12th boards, and other competitive tests. He is well-known for changing the landscape of online learning in India and becoming a successful unicorn entrepreneur.
The six-part story follows him from when he first started teaching on YouTube through the ultimate building of his digital platform, all while making physics easy, accessible, and interesting to study.
The show features Anjana Saxena, Shreedhar Dubey, Anuraag Arora, Anurag Thakur, Oksana Sidorova, Yatindra Bahuguna, Ishita Gagneja, and Radha Bhatt. The show is directed and produced by Abhishek Dhandharia.
