Smita Bansal calls 'The Pyramid Scheme' the Perfect OTT debut: Overall vision felt fresh
Mumbai, June 9
Actress Smita Bansal is all set to commence a new chapter in her career with her OTT debut in the upcoming series "The Pyramid Scheme," in which she will be seen essaying the role of Pramila Singh.
Touted to be a comedy-drama, the show talks about ordinary people getting caught up in the world of multi-level marketing and pyramid schemes. The series delves into topics such as ambition, rapid success, and the decisions people make in the pursuit of their dreams.
Revealing what attracted her to the project, Smita shared, "What drew me to 'The Pyramid Scheme' was the opportunity to be part of a TVF project. I have watched and admired a lot of TVF's work over the years because of the way they craft relatable, engaging stories that connect with audiences across generations. I had always hoped to collaborate with them someday, so when this opportunity came along, it was very special for me."
The 'Balika Vadhu' actress shared that she was also intrigued by the story of "The Pyramid Scheme".
She said, "At the same time, the story itself was something that immediately caught my attention. It explores themes that are extremely relevant today: ambition, the desire for quick success, and the choices people make in pursuit of it. The character, the writing, and the overall vision of the show felt fresh and exciting."
Smita added that as actors, they are always looking for projects that allow them to step outside their comfort zones, and the character of Pramila in "The Pyramid Scheme" gave her the opportunity to do just that.
Created by Shreyansh Pandey and backed by The Viral Fever, "The Pyramid Scheme" has been made under the direction of Ashish R Shukla and Shreyansh Pandey.
Premiered on June 5, the series is available to stream on Prime Video.
— IANS
Reader Comments
MLM schemes are a menace in India – so many people lose money chasing 'quick success'. This series sounds like it's going to expose that dark side while being entertaining. Smart move by TVF. Smita Bansal was great in Balika Vadhu, happy to see her explore new roles!
Maza aa gaya! Finally a show that talks about the pyramid schemes that my uncle fell into. 🤣 Relatable content + TVF = must watch. Smita ji ko naya avatar dekhna interesting hoga.
I love that TVF keeps addressing real issues with a comedic touch. The greed for fast money is something we all see around us. Smita Bansal choosing this for her OTT debut shows she's picking meaningful projects. Hoping it's as good as Panchayat or Kota Factory. 👌
Honestly, I'm a bit skeptical. Another series about 'quick success' – feels like we have too many of these already. But TVF has a great track record, so I'll give it a chance. Smita Bansal is a good actress, hope her character has depth.
Pyramid schemes destroy so many families in India – from Amway to today's crypto scams. If this show exposes the reality while making us laugh, it'll be brilliant. Smita Bansal transitioning to OTT is a smart move – TVF's writing is always top-notch.
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