Hostel Daze

“Hostel Daze” is an Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama web series that premiered on Amazon Prime Video on December 13, 2019. Created by Saurabh Khanna and written by Abhishek Yadav, the series has garnered attention for its relatable portrayal of hostel life in an engineering college. With three seasons already out and a fourth one in the pipeline, the series has become a staple for young audiences.

“Hostel Daze captures the essence of hostel life, making it a nostalgic experience for those who have lived it and an intriguing one for those who are about to.” – Mumbai Live

Season 1: The Freshman Year 🌟

The Plot 📖

Season 1 introduces us to four wingmates—Jhantoo, Chirag, Jaat, and Ankit—in their first semester at an engineering college. The season is a hilarious yet insightful look into the ‘hostel-culture’ or the lack thereof. From late-night study sessions to early morning hangovers, the season encapsulates the quintessential experiences that come with hostel life.

Review 📝

The first season received praise for its relatable content and humor. However, some critics felt that the show could delve deeper into the issues faced by students.

“Instead of confronting the very real issues that students are faced with, Hostel Daze trivializes them.” – RollingStone India

Season 2: From Freshies to Seniors 🌟

The Plot 📖

In Season 2, the shenanigans level up as the characters transition from freshies to seniors. The season explores academic challenges like passing MTH101 and delves into the romantic subplot between Akanksha and Ankit. The tagline “Yeh batch hi bekaar aaya hai, yaar!” perfectly sums up the essence of this season.

Review 📝

Season 2 was lauded for its nostalgic elements and the development of its characters. The series successfully takes the audience back to their own hostel days.

“Ahsaas Channa and Nikhil Vijay’s series will take you back to your hostel days.” – Pinkvilla

Season 3: The Awakening 🌟

The Plot 📖

Season 3 is a unique awakening experience for Ankit, Akanksha, Jaat, Jhantoo, Nabomita, and Chirag as they begin their third year. After the freedom of the early years and the excitement of the last two, this season focuses on the characters coming to terms with their impending adulthood.

Review 📝

The third season received mixed reviews. While some appreciated the depth added to the characters, others felt the series could mature in its storytelling.

“Hostel Daze Season 3 is a mixed bag but offers enough to keep you entertained.” – LeisureByte

Season 4: The Final Year (Upcoming) 🌟

The Plot 📖

The upcoming Season 4 promises to be an emotional rollercoaster as the characters are in their final year. They are gearing up to face one of the toughest exams of their lives while also preparing to say goodbye to their home away from home.

Review 📝

(To be updated upon release)

Final Thoughts 💭

“Hostel Daze” has successfully captured the essence of hostel life, making it a must-watch for anyone who has lived or is about to live this unique experience.

So, are you ready to relive your hostel days? 🎓

• Director Abhinav Anand, Amir Musanna, Raghav Subbu, Sangram Naiksatam
• Cast Adarsh Gourav, Ahsaas Channa, Ayushi Gupta, Badri Chavan, Biswapati Sarkar, Luv, Luv Vispute, Nikhil Vijay, Ranjan Raj, Shubham Gaur, Utsav Sarkar