Friendship, dreams and reality collide in new Amazon MX Player drama Lafangey
Set in a lower-middle-class colony in Noida, Lafangey follows the lives of three childhood friends — Chaitanya, Rohan and Kamlesh — as they confront the challenges of adulthood. From uncertain careers and unspoken dreams to family expectations and emotional crossroads, the show paints a heartfelt and unvarnished picture of young adulthood in today's India.
Here are five reasons why Lafangey might just be your next binge-worthy watch:
A world rarely shown on screenForget glamour and high-rises — Lafangey is rooted in the streets where dreams are hard-won and every setback feels personal. The show offers a refreshingly grounded view of everyday life for India's youth navigating ambition, struggle and compromise in the cramped corners of their world.
Friendship that grows and achesThe bond between the trio is far from perfect, and that's exactly what makes it real. As their paths diverge, moments of resentment, loyalty, envy and deep affection all come into play. It's a portrayal that will strike a chord with anyone who's had a friendship tested by life's demands.
Characters who feel like people you knowThese are not cinematic heroes — they're everyday young adults with messy emotions, conflicting dreams and personal battles. Chaitanya grapples with moral dilemmas, Rohan is torn between love and identity, while Kamlesh hides his fear behind wit and bravado. Their stories resonate because they feel honest and lived-in.
Performances that connectWith Anud Singh Dhaka, Gagan Arora and Harsh Beniwal in the lead roles, supported by Barkha Singh and Saloni Gaur, the cast brings a raw and natural energy to the screen. Their chemistry and delivery make the narrative believable — at times, uncomfortably so.
No paywalls, no catchesAvailable to stream for free on Amazon MX Player, Lafangey can be watched anytime via the Amazon Shopping App, Fire TV, Prime Video or on connected TVs. Whether you're watching during your commute or winding down at home, it's easily accessible and totally bingeable.
This coming-of-age story is as much about finding yourself as it is about holding on to the people who've known you the longest. With no shortcuts and no easy endings, Lafangey – Sapne, Dosti, Duniya captures the bittersweet experience of growing up when the world doesn't go to plan.
Lafangey is now streaming exclusively on Amazon MX Player.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India Today
2 hours ago
- India Today
Amazon cuts 110 more jobs after CEO Andy Jassy warned of AI shrinking workforce
Amazon is overhauling its Wondery podcast business, a move that will see around 110 employees lose their jobs and Wondery CEO Jen Sargent step down, according to Bloomberg. The decision comes as the company changes direction in its podcast strategy, focusing more on video-driven content to compete with platforms like YouTube and the new plan, Wondery's subscription and storytelling teams, which are responsible for shows like Dr. Death, will be merged into Amazon's audiobook platform, Audible. Marshall Lewy, Wondery's Chief Content Officer, will take on a new role within Audible. Meanwhile, personality-led shows such as Dax Shepard's podcast and the Kelce brothers' programme will change to a newly formed 'creator services' division, which will work on sponsorship deals and brand tie-ups across Amazon's Wondery brand will still appear on some projects, but its operations will now be more closely integrated with Amazon Music and Audible. The Wondery+ app will stay available for now, while advertising and sponsorship teams will be combined with Amazon's wider audio sales operations. In a memo to staff, Steve Boom, Amazon's vice president for audio, Twitch, and games, said the industry had changed in a big way in recent years, with video becoming an important part of podcasting. He said the new structure would help Amazon deliver better experiences for creators, listeners, and bought Wondery in 2020 for about $300 million, letting it operate independently. But the podcast market has since changed, with many creators moving to video-first approaches. Earlier this year, audio company Audacy shut down Pineapple Street Studios, and several major Wondery shows, including Morbid and SmartLess, have moved to with these changes, the audience for podcasts in the US continues to grow. Research suggests 158 million Americans listen to podcasts monthly, and almost half watch video versions as layoffs also come shortly after Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said artificial intelligence could reduce the need for human workers in some areas, hinting at wider restructuring efforts at the company.- Ends
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Amazon to shut down Wondery podcast studio, reorganise audio business
Amazon is closing its Wondery podcast studio and will break up the audio service's operations as part of a broad reorganization of the business. About 110 people will lose their jobs because of the move, according to a person familiar with the plans. In addition, Wondery chief executive officer Jen Sargent will exit the company, according to a memo to staff viewed by Bloomberg News. Existing Wondery series will either be moved under Amazon's Audible banner or become part of the company's new 'creator services' team, which will become home to personality-driven shows, including Jason and Travis Kelce's podcast. The moves are an acknowledgement that Amazon's big push into podcasts hasn't worked out as planned. Despite signing up some of the biggest names in the business, the online retailer is shifting strategies to compete better with platforms like Spotify Technology SA and Alphabet's YouTube as podcasts shift to video formats from audio-only. 'The podcast landscape has evolved significantly over the past few years,' Steve Boom, vice president of audio, Twitch and games, wrote in the memo. 'The rise of video has also blurred the lines on what it means to be a podcast creator.' The Wondery+ team will now report into Audible, the memo states. Wondery's narrative-driven studio, which creates shows including the Dr Death series, will merge with Audible, and Wondery chief content officer Marshall Lewy will join Audible in a new role. Meanwhile, Wondery's tentpole shows with major talent, such as Dax Shepard, will start working with the creator services team — a move designed in part to do a better job of selling large sponsorships and integrations across the Amazon platform. The company has created a blueprint of sorts with LeBron James, who hosts a podcast, Mind the Game, and has worked as a Prime Day spokesperson, a role in which he promoted his line of male-grooming products. Wondery's advertising and sponsorships organisation will form a new team that handles similar deals across Amazon Music and the creator-led programs. The Wondery brand will still exist on some of these creator services-run shows, and the Wondery+ app will continue to exist for the foreseeable future, said the person who asked not to be identified discussing nonpublic information. 'These changes will not only better align our teams as they work to take advantage of the strategic opportunities ahead but, even more crucially, will ensure we have the right structure in place to deliver the very best experience to creators, customers and advertisers,' Boom wrote. In 2020, at the height of the podcast boom, Amazon purchased Wondery for roughly $300 million, according to media reports at the time. Amazon allowed Wondery to operate independently, running its own subscription app. Lately, the podcast industry has been struggling to adapt to a video-first approach, driven by YouTube's dominance of the medium, which rewards streamlined, personality-driven operations. In June, radio conglomerate Audacy shut down Pineapple Street Studios, its audio-centric podcast business. Several of Wondery's biggest shows have moved elsewhere. Sirius XM Holdings Inc. announced recently that it's licensing Morbid, a popular true-crime program that had been a Wondery partner. Another former Wondery show, SmartLess, also now works with SiriusXM.
Hindustan Times
3 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Google's AI tool ‘Big Sleep' flags 20 security flaws in open-source software without human input
Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale offers up to 60% off on LG TVs, featuring OLED, QNED, and 4K models with smart features. Discounts range from 38-48% on various sizes, with options like 43-inch to 75-inch screens, delivering exceptional picture quality and immersive experiences.
