Run! Srikant Run!!

Run! Srikant Run!! : My quick take on “Family Man S03” (Amazon Prime)

After Kashmir and Tamil Nadu, the theatre of action shifts to the breathtaking Northeast in Season 3 of The Family Man. Shot against the pristine canvas of the Seven Sisters, the series brings an invigorating freshness, so much so that you momentarily consider packing your bags and heading straight to the land of hornbills and hills.

For the first time ever, our Family Man, Shrikant Tiwari, is truly on the run with his family, a chaotic, high-stakes cat n mouse chase that delivers twists, tension, and trademark Tiwari humour. The result: a tight, binge-worthy ride.

The usual suspects, Manoj Bajpayee, Sharib Hashmi, Priyamani, and Gul Panag are in top form. Every time they’re on screen, they deliver reliably brilliant performances. The Sharib–Manoj banter continues to be the oxygen cylinder that keeps the tone buoyant amid the breakneck pacing.

Jaideep Ahlawat, the human chameleon, slips effortlessly into a menacing antagonist. Nimrit Kaur adds elegance with bite. Raj & DK’s action design, sharp, stylish, and smart, remains the show’s USP and certainly doesn’t disappoint this season.

Comparisons with earlier seasons are inevitable, yet unnecessary. Yes, the plot is slightly lighter than the previous instalments, but Season 3 works effectively as a standalone experience with its own flavour.

The casting of local Northeastern artists lends authenticity; the cinematography is top-notch; dialogues are crisp, witty, and sprinkled generously with cuss words, so best enjoyed with adult family members only.

Overall, the series scores for its Northeastern setting, Jaideep Ahlawat’s villainy, the slick action set pieces, and that unmistakable tongue-in-cheek Tiwari humour.

If there’s a grouse, it’s the open-ended finale, clearly hinting at more “family planning” in the pipeline. And yes, the PMO and its coterie do feel unintentionally caricature-ish.

But all said and done, Family Man S03 delivers where it matters: entertainment with edge, heart, and a whole lot of Northeast charm.