AIR (All India Rankers) Story

The series is based on the stories of Raju, Arjun, and Imran, who join the famous AIR Academy in Vijayawada, known for its ITT coaching. Though they start their journey on a fun note, things escalate into college politics, with the young guns getting tried and tested in difficult situations. How they handle these moments and come out successfully forms the basic story of the series, which can be streamed on ETV Win and OTTplay Premium.

AIR (All India Rankers) Review

Joseph Clinton has directed AIR, which is presented by noted director Sandeep Raj. The show is set in the educational hub of Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada, and showcases how ITT coaching institutes mint money and exploit students. This aspect has been narrated in a very entertaining way.

AIR starts on a fun note and showcases hilarious comedy featuring the three young lads. How they end up in AIR, their backstories, and the issues they face in college are narrated in a gripping manner. Though the story is simple, Clinton’s direction is what makes all the difference.

The best part of the series is the way each character is designed. Be it the three leads or the college director, Sunil, each of them has a well-written character and receives a proper conclusion by the end of the series. AIR feels a bit slow at times, but it delivers when it matters most.

The humor is pure and geared toward young people. Notably, the college-based scenes are very relatable, and there is no sleaze. Clinton's direction has done a fantastic job of highlighting the students' vulnerabilities. But it takes him a little too long to get to the conflict. In a few episodes, the introduction of additional characters seems pointless and monotonous in order to provide additional depth. However, the show's portrayal of feelings is spot-on.

One of the standout moments is a masterfully performed and universally relatable scene between Sameer and his son. In AIR, there are several occasions when emotions are touched. The series's greatest asset is the natural progression of events, even if the storyline lacks originality.

Harsh Roshan of Court-State vs A Nobody is the focal point of the performances, and the young man has a bright future. His screen presence and line delivery set him apart as an actor to keep an eye on. Jayateertha and Bhanu Prakash, the other leads, perform admirably in their own jobs. Chaitanya Rao is an excellent instructor who gives the session more substance.

Jeevan Kumar, known for his comedy, delivers an impressive performance. His character arc starts fun but turns emotional by the end, which works well. Sandeep Raj, the producer, plays a negative role as the college head and excels in it. Such dark roles come naturally to him, and he does justice to his part in AIR. Sunil shines in a brief role and adds depth to the proceedings.

Sinjith Yerramilli’s background score is apt and enhances the mood of the show. The production design and artwork depicting the hostel setup have been executed superbly. Manoj's camerawork also enhances the overall feel of the series. The dialogues, depiction of hostel life, and student issues are handled well without becoming overly preachy. One instantly feels that AIR could have been a theatrical release, as it offers comedy, emotions, and a strong message in an entertaining package.

AIR (All India Rankers) Verdict

On the whole, AIR is a very enjoyable web series that blends comedy, emotion, and relatable moments for students. The best part is that the content is clean and suitable for family viewing without any hesitation. Recommended.

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