Rajeev Khandelwal is back to entertain the audience with his adventure web series titled ‘The Secret of the Shiledars.’ It is now streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. The director of the series is Aditya Sarpotdar. Meanwhile, apart from Rajeev Khandelwal, it also stars Saie Tamhankar in a key role. Gaurav Amlani and Ashish Vidyarthi are also a part of the cast. Additionally, the producer of the series is Nitin Vaidya who produces it under the banner of Dashami Creations LLP.
The Secret Of The Shiledars Series Story
The story of the series is based on the Marathi novel Pratipashchandra by Prakash Suryakant Koyade which is widely known as the first Shivaji-era historical mystery novel. It focuses on a secret treasure of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Rajeev Khandelwal as Doctor Ravi Bhatt, as the chief of the Shiledars, has a task to safeguard the treasure. He starts learning about the Shiledars, soldiers known for protecting the treasure of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Rajeev, along with his team members Aditya played by Gaurav Amlani, and Priya portrayed by Saie Tamhankar are on his journey to uncover the hidden treasure. In his journey, they discover more about the Maratha history. Also, he with his team face challenges and battle antagonists who claim the treasure as theirs. Will they be able to safeguard the treasure? Watch the series to find out.
The Secret Of The Shiledars Series Review
The Secret of the Shiledars is a six-episode series, that blends elements of mystery, fantasy, and adventure. The series also explores the themes of loyalty, betrayal, and self-discovery. Director Aditya Sarpotdar known for directing the hit film Munjya, did a fine job by mixing the fictional plot with a strong historical link. He also brings believability to the events in a racy story with well-defined characters and their actions. The series targets a younger audience but also offers a potential appeal to viewers of all ages.
Rajeev Khandelwal is brilliant. His performance makes the adventure more enjoyable. Saie Tamhankar also did a commendable job of portraying the mix of excitement and fear that comes with an adventure of this scale. Apart from them, all other supporting characters provide enough conflict to move the story forward. The cast of this series steals the show, particularly the young leads who carry the heart of the story.
However, the dynamic between the main cast could have been deeper and stronger. While it offers an exciting adventure and mystery, some viewers may feel the narrative can be a bit predictable. This is because it follows a standard treasure hunt. Additionally, while some episodes build suspense effectively, others seem to drag as the characters try to piece together clues or solve riddles. Nevertheless, the series maintains a certain charm that keeps you hooked.
Final Verdict
The Secret of the Shiledars is an enthralling series filled with suspense, secrets, fantasy, and mystery with a touch of adventure. The performance is also gripping especially from Rajeev Khandelwal. If you are a fan of mystery thriller, The Secret of the Shiledars is for you. It is streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.
Rating: 
½ (3.5/5)
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