Koi Baat Chale

Season 1

'Koi Baat Chale' is a celebration of some of the best Indian writers and their literary works. This unique season consists of 6 episodes with stories being read by veteran actors (e.g. Manoj Pahwa, Saadiya Siddiqui, Vinay Pathak etc.) who use their vocal skills and performing arts to translate words into emotions, juxtaposed with a quirky, otherworldly set that creates a nostalgic and fantastical experience for the viewers. Koi Baat Chale has stories like 'Toba Tek Singh', 'Idgah', 'Ek Film Katha' written by Saadat Hasan Manto, Munshi Premchand and Harishankar Parsai respectively and more of such.

Where to Watch Season 1

6 Episodes

Toba Tek Singh
E1
Toba Tek SinghThis play reading narrates the story of Bishan Singh, a Sikh inmate in a Lahore asylum, who refuses to be sent to India after the partition when he learns that his hometown, Toba Tek Singh, is now in Pakistan.
Hatak
E2
HatakThis play reading narrates the tale of a Sugandhi, a sex worker, who shares a strong bond with one of her clients. But a fateful night of rejection makes her question her life and feelings for him.
Idgah
E3
IdgahThis reading of the play narrates the story of Hamid, a four-year-old orphan, who lives with his grandmother. Despite losing his parents and living in poverty, Hamid remains a happy child.
Gulli Danda
E4
Gulli DandaThis play reading narrates the story of two old friends meeting after a long time. They play a game of gulli danda, and while one of them wins the match, he also learns an important life lesson.
Mammad Bhai
E5
Mammad BhaiThis play reading narrates the tale of Mammad Bhai, a generous gangster with two prized possessions—his dagger and moustache. What happens when they get taken away from him?
Ek Film Katha
E6
Ek Film KathaThis is a reading of the play that is a satire on yesteryear Bollywood films, which centre around a hero, heroine, and a villian. Can the loving couple brave all odds and live happily ever after?