Permanent Roommates (2014–2023) User Reviews

Finding an Apple in a bag full of Oranges..!

[samriddhsingh · 9/10 · 18 June 2016]

Two seasons and two different reasons to watch this cocktail of masterpiece and absurdity.

Why a Masterpiece..!

Firstly because its an unprecedented effort to bring a quality web series to the Indian youths who were bored, exhausted and irritated with clichés of ekta kapoor and MTV stuffs. The Tvf have some of the rare and exceptional original-creatives such as Arunabh Kumar,Biswapati Sarkar,Nidhi Bisht and Sumeet Vyas,thus the creative mix brought by them and their actors are often of an assured quality.The act portrayed by Nidhi Singh as Tanya and Sumeet Vyas as Mikesh is both new and in melody with each other..in short brilliant.The character of lleo and purshottam brings an off charts humor and originality to the show. The twists,pause,camera angle and subtle humour are among the best we have seen till date in India.So till here you guys rock..

but...

When it gets Absurd..?

Well somewhere around the 2nd episode of Season 2..the moment Darshan Jariwala and Manu Rishi Chadha comes to the main plot,their presence in the screen is a waste.The similarity of the plot with 'Bang Baaja Baraat' and the question who inspired whom with commonality of Sumeet vyas is confusing to the viewers.Though 'the dinner'(episode 4) was a good plot pause but episode 5 was irrelevant to the continuity and brings a lot which could be avoided to bring the awesomeness of Asrani ji's character at last.The adequate pace in which Mikesh's character developed in season 1 is not followed in season 2,which is disappointing. Season 1 of PR was a balanced symphony of creativity,story flow, risk taking and new character introductions, which gets a bit clumsy in season 2.

In the End..

Permanent Roommates is one of the best and most sincere efforts brought by few of the finest young talents in India today..A must watch for the desi youths..You will find a lot to bond in here and will adore the way protagonists explore their life ahead..

A short & sweet, awesome treat!

[asthab · 9/10 · 27 November 2014]

This series is a happy break from the clichéd stuff. It depicts the modern society, broad-minded and reasonable people, within a simple story line. Basically, its easier to relate to this with the things happening around you. This show will make you think, but first, it will make you laugh. There isn't a dull moment. Moreover, its a punch packed in five short videos. What makes it better is awesome acting by each and everyone. Also, its easily available on YouTube. So here I have what I have been waiting for - Indian actors, Hindi language (has English subs too), a short and fast-paced series, and I ain't disappointed at all!!! I would totally recommend it. And I will be eagerly waiting for another series by this super team.

Season 3

[vivekrockvp · 9/10 · 19 October 2023]

Season 3 is just deja vu of season 1 in terms of freshness and love. The chemistry of mickey and tannu still holds the heart since 2014 till 2023. We audience grew up in these years but mickey and tannu has remained the same. Tvf hats off guys, yet another awesome season, was thrilled to know about the new season, waited long enough and it paid off. Every character from brij bhusan to leo to purushottam are retained with the same charisma and humour. The comic lines are fresh in between dialogues and makes you laugh and the story the direction the screenplay is fantabulos. Made me cry, laugh, emotions were high with love.

Great show

[chiragchaplot · 10/10 · 26 November 2014]

After a while I have come across such a good Hindi show that imbibes humor, sarcasm and best of situational comedy. Best show on Indian TV after sarabhai vs sarabhai.. May be even better than that. The writing is so simple yet beautiful. The actors can act just apt and that is a perfect level... I love the character Mikesh. Do goody but extremely goofy.. And his GF's realism is so good for them.. And twists (which aren't really there) and kinks of the show are wonderful.

I would like to commend the TVF team for such a wonderful show.. As it is their other work like TMO and Rowdies have ROFL me but this show is a class apart which is an amalgam of humor, sensitivity, love wala romance and most of all STORY

TVF Nails It

[obvmbv · 10/10 · 23 October 2020]

Sumit Vyas. One of the most under rated actors currently. Brilliant work by him. Executes his comic timing perfectly!

Story is also engaging and being a TVF series it is bound to be gold!

You will definetly like this series if you liked Little Things!

Out of the world!

[imjees · 10/10 · 22 October 2023]

I love the direction, characters are portrayed beautifully, actors are great.. story , fun , emotions - i love every single details about this series... looking forward to watch more episodes... i love the character portray of mikesh.. kudos to the writer for bringing such an wonderful story line.. kudos to Permanent roommates team..

Story idea:: 10/10 Characterisation: 10/10 Direction : 10/10 Actors: 10/10 Fun: 10/10 Humour : 10/10 Emotion: 10/10 Love and romance : 10/10 Family bonding: 10/10 Creativity : 10/10 Plot: 10/10

There is no single second when i feel bored to watch it.. good luck!

A wonderfully written, directed and acted, unique rom-com that pleases immensely.

[shaxter8-184-26999 · 10/10 · 12 December 2014]

A wonderfully written, directed and acted romantic comedy that is truly unique and pleases immensely on many fronts and with many layers. It excellently blends emotion and humor to give an intriguing and fun insight into today's modern relationships. It definitely transcends the current Indian cinematic blunders in this genre.

I look forward to their upcoming productions and I am confident the Team will grow from strength to strength in times to come. They deserve financial and distribution support to enter the big screen or perhaps even next-gen television. The world needs more visionaries like these. I am proud to see that Indian youth creators are taking the path less traveled and are venturing into exciting territory. Truly, content is king!

Neither do they die nor do they live happily ever after...It's a third kind of love story.

[i_odin · 9/10 · 13 November 2016]

A story about a boy and a girl discovering love out of a long distance relationship and eventually getting to the point of marriage. The story is as simple as it could be, but that is what makes it so real and beautiful. The fact that the writers never even try to be surreal for a moment give it a clear edge over other TV Series (this is not a TV series though).

Mikesh's and Tanya's characters are well crafted. Mikesh is sort of an "egg head" (according to the Wikipedia page) and Tanya is the more mature and smarter one. After three years of long distance relationship suddenly Mikesh proposes to Tanya for marriage which in turn creates confusion between the two. And the couple somehow manages with the baggage of their decision. The plot is funny, specially Mikesh who sometimes could be dumb as hell. There would be moments when someone can feel that they don't love each other and they are not a "meant for each other" couple, actually they are not! That's what makes it more realistic. They are not a perfect couple, not at all but they do love each other. Love and only love drives their story forward. Mikesh is annoying so one might end up thinking, "Why on earth Tanya is tolerating him? Maybe she would better off without him." But love doesn't work that way, and this love gives this simple, realistic story an "over the top" feel. Season one is more funny and reasonable. It is more compact in its storytelling. Season two also share the same theme, but it is more dramatic. The plot is a little bit loose and focuses more on the human elements and values of family, society, and culture. The fact that the episodes of the second season are quite lengthier than the first season can give you a reason for "liking it less". But as the story draws itself towards its conclusion, everything started making sense. The story certainly doesn't end in an "all-happy" mode, but in a more natural way where they try to find "happiness" among what is left of them (believe me one would understand it after watching). The writers very cleverly try to tie all the loose knots at the end, and they succeed also. Somehow you get to understand the feelings of both these characters which were buried deep inside them in this entire series.

Acting is superb. The direction is very good. But the real heroes are the writers. The way the story is written makes it more lovable. One extra marks for the story.

At the end the quote from their title. "Neither do they die nor do they live happily ever after...It's a third kind of love story." It is indeed.

Amazing ...Simply amazing

[x_xx_x0 · 10/10 · 12 December 2014]

This show is made in India , by the Indians and for the Indians . Such proud of whole cast and crew and big thanks to TVF for making such efforts and to make such type of show which is like fresh breeze of air with no cliché anything at all. Very realistic and original concept. Love you guys . Keep up the good work . I was very depressed and was feeling very low and i needed something to boost me up was searching for something good on youtube when I suddenly remember something as Permanent Roommates suggested by my friend . Then i started watching it and within no time my mood was lighten up and was laughing so hard and seriously died laughing. Thank you guys once again. We need more shows like this. Last thing amazing acting and amazing writing . Thumbs up guys. I can go on and on about this show..

Every episode is intelligent and filled with laughs - Do not watch sitting in your office!

[londonmapper · 9/10 · 28 November 2015]

It is difficult to watch a single episode of Permanent roommates without bursting into splits of laughter There are 5 episodes in all - each progressively longer than the previous - and each is a gem.

The series traces the story of a boy and girl in a long distance relationship - after the long distance stage and when they meet and think of renting an apartment.

Anyone who is looked for a flat to rent in any town / city in India will spot instant similarities to real life experiences - which would have been hilarious if they were not 100% true. Somehow watching it here makes them funny. Like the lost housing agent (aren't most of them?), the kind of houses shown, the issues one faces daily as an Indian youngster and a couple (and a father, and a government officer, and a...) The series is mostly in Hindi (a bit of English), but has English subtitles on you tube.

Don't miss it. I watched a few episodes more than once :)

A Must Watch.

[jaimikshukla · 10/10 · 21 October 2023]

Permanent Roommate Season 3 takes the charm of the series to new heights. With witty humor, relatable relationship dynamics, and the perfect blend of drama, this season keeps you hooked from start to finish. The character development is top-notch, and the chemistry between Mikesh and Tanya continues to shine. An absolute must-watch for fans of the series!

Season 3 of Permanent Roommate not only maintains the freshness that fans love but also delves deeper into the complexities of modern relationships. The writing is sharp, and the dialogues are on point, providing genuine laughs and heartfelt moments in equal measure. The new twists and turns in the storyline keep you guessing, and the supporting cast delivers standout performances. A true gem in the world of web series - it's a 10-star treat for anyone looking for a perfect blend of comedy, romance, and drama. Don't miss out!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Highly rated online desi series

[chintan-92627 · 7/10 · 5 September 2018]

A goofy bf, A modern woman and a story which revolves around a couple what has lots of relationships goals and issues addressed in funny but simple ways. Relatable story for everyone to start watching

Permanent Roommates Season 3: A Needless Sob Fest

[rahulbhardwaj-81813 · 2/10 · 17 November 2023]

Season 3 of Permanent Roommates takes an unfortunate nosedive into the realm of unnecessary emotional manipulation, relying heavily on the tired trope of parental death as a cheap and lazy way to evoke emotions from the audience. The series seems to have forgotten that there are myriad ways to explore and portray emotions without resorting to the overused and melodramatic plot device of killing off characters.

From the very beginning, it becomes apparent that the creators have chosen to substitute genuine storytelling with a relentless barrage of tear-jerking moments. The narrative is saturated with contrived emotional scenes that feel forced and lack the authenticity that made the earlier seasons of Permanent Roommates so enjoyable.

The decision to focus on the death of the protagonist's parents becomes a glaring flaw, overshadowing any potential for character development or meaningful storytelling. It's as if the writers believe that the only way to make the audience feel something is to resort to the most clichéd and predictable tragedy in the book.

Moreover, the constant emphasis on grief and loss becomes tiresome, turning what was once a lighthearted and enjoyable series into a maudlin exercise in emotional manipulation. The humor and charm that defined the earlier seasons are sacrificed in favor of a relentless pursuit of tears, leaving little room for the wit and clever writing that originally endeared viewers to the show.

While exploring emotions and relationships is an integral part of any series, Permanent Roommates Season 3 seems to have lost sight of the delicate balance between genuine storytelling and manipulative tearjerking. There are countless ways to elicit emotion from the audience without resorting to the worn-out formula of killing off characters, and it's disappointing to see a once-promising series succumb to such unimaginative storytelling. Permanent Roommates Season 3 is a prime example of how not to handle emotions in a series, opting for the easy way out instead of putting in the effort to craft a truly compelling narrative.

Touches you

[atiqsinin · 9/10 · 5 August 2020]

One of the best contents of TVF. My first experience of watching any tvf webseries.

Season 1 : The story is about Mikesh(Sumeet vyas) aka micky and Tanya (Nidhi Singh) aka tanu.They had a three years of long distance relationship.But the story begins when Mikesh comes to India from US to tanu's friend ritu's (I missed this character in S02 ) house.Then things start to happen will they marry?Or... Mikesh will go back to us?

Season 2 : Tanya and Mikesh are still together but something is different now. Because Tanya is pregnant. Tanya meets with Mikesh' parents and the unbearable dadu. Then certain things happen. But can they actually reach to their certain goal?

My View : This is one of the best romantic - comedy type of webseries I have ever seen. Fun,Emotion,thoughts, reality check,enjoyment and sometimes a bit light hearted. Though I enjoyed the S01 more because they are in a pretty good scenario and everything is pleasant.But in S02 they get through much more complications which is obvious as a relations goes.But they always specially Micky fixes thing out. But two episodes from each season I found pretty much not that necessary.In S01 they get stuck into someone's marriage ,which is not really needed for the whole series except the last part.In S02 the episodes are The Events.Which I thought wasn't needed.But you may like it also.Sometimes things are a bit overboarding but you can nothing but just enjoy the things.

Top of the actors : Purshottom ji (Deepak Kumar .He is the boss,top notch)

Flop of the actors : Nidhi Singh ( In S01 she didn't really act that mature enough but in S02 she was ok.)

My Rating : 8.5/10.KUDOS to TVF

OG internet sensation is back

[kqztujdam · 9/10 · 28 October 2023]

Season 3 review - First 3 episodes were pretty light and i thought this is going to be a very basic show. I thought maybe you have used the same template and joke pattern. Nevertheless it was good. However episode 4th and 5th is what forced me to come and find you on IMDB. I didn't stop crying for the last 2 episodes. Its so good. Minimal stuff and maximum impact. Sumeet Vyas ka toh waise bhi i am a huge fan and Nidhi also is a brilliant actress. This couple makes it work. Very very underrated but am sure they are one of internets favourite couple. Glad Amazon could pick you up. Hope to see you a lot more. Thank you for a heartfelt season.

A true masterpiece

[rooodpud · 10/10 · 22 October 2023]

In an era where cinema is often judged by the amount of sex, violence, drugs, obscenity etc etc, and in a time where people have gotten used to watching and liking series like Gangs of Wasseypur, the Jamtara, the Mirzapur and similar ones, this little gem brings about something light, something soft, something not only watchable but lovable. Simething simple, something straight from the heart and something that touches you. Mikki Chaudhry and Tanu are like the 'Rahul and Simran' of this century; Sumeet Vyas and Nidhi Singh have played them beautifully. Some episodes end with a very loud social message but even that is conveyed quite well. Purshottam's character truly spices things up. Lleo though is often an unnecessary one, nevertheless it does add a touch of humor. If there would have been something similar to Oscars for Indian small screen series then this undoubtedly would be an absolute winner all along. The artistic liberty has been stretched in few episodes but nothing that makes it unwatchable.

Handled with care and it shows.

[Atharv_s · 10/10 · 30 October 2023]

Huge thanks you to season 3 team for not ruining one of the first favourite Hindi web series which was much loved by many Indians and also people abroad , so obviously it puts lot of pressure on all the people involved to bring it back with all it's originality and boy did you all carry it well.

I don't know if original team has worked on S3 also but it sure does feel like it , that should tell you how great you have continued it after what? 7 , 8 years? So congratulations all and thank you.

Thank you because , for many people (well at least for me) this series is more than just a series , there are many memories associated with this , many incidents , situations attached with this series , with micky and tanya , and after 7 years of long break , many things have changed , all the people have grown up , the entertainment space also has seen many changes , which made me worried when I heard this show is getting new season , what if y'all such a sweet and important show , which is not very wrong of me to assume after seeing some of the reboots but no one can be more happier than me that you have absolutely.trashed all such possibilities.

It certainly took me down a memory lane , very comforting , cozy times and exactly such series also. If further work is also like this ,we couldn't be more grateful and waiting to be reminded of 2017(that's when I first watched it) again.

This is first of its kind

[chandrabhanusolanki · 8/10 · 9 October 2018]

This is something which define the true kind of romance and quite interesting. Comedy which can engage you to watch it more. The lead cast is amazing of this series. Indian romance redefined in this series.

Binge watching

[khandelwalkartik-87733 · 10/10 · 18 January 2021]

Summet vyas has a good humaor to maintain in the series with the girl

This should get censored by Censor Board

[pbhadauriya-46148 · 10/10 · 18 October 2023]

TVF should not be allowed to release such content!! The level correlation of events in this show is simply too much.

Putting the first line aside, Thank you so much TVF for these 3 amazing seasons, where one can get so emotionally attached to these characters as the show is about their personal lives only.

The storylines are always so well written, and above all the things, the best part is that despite being predictable, you cannot say what's going to happen next in the series. Just like how we live our lives as normal human beings that though we know what we will do next, we still can't say for sure that this is what will happen next.

Thank you once again TVF <3 for keeping us entertained with such amazing content!

Can't wait for the next one!! :)

Season 3 is a milestone

[abhinavbom-450-306088 · 9/10 · 26 October 2023]

Micky and Tani's story should be an inspiration for the generation. Simple yet so relatable. Great writing, acting and screenplay all around. Cried after a while. There is nothing to hate about season 3.

Some of the characters didn't fit very well, from r example, the role of Lleo felt like a stretch and unnecessary but other than that, the season is a masterpiece.

I hope they come up with the next season soon. Such complex emotions potreyed so well and the characters played to their strengths. All in all, this is a great show for today's generation and shows the importance of family, love and support.

not what you have heard about it

[gaikwadnaresh95 · 6/10 · 7 July 2016]

let me get this very clear. Most of the reviews in this section praise the title with barely anyone disappointed with it. I agree them for the fact that season 1 of this series is absolutely path breaking with Indian audience. Lovely, charming and it could not go any better. Season 1 was the best thing happened to us fellow Indians in years. TheViralFever was not much that popular then off course. And then came 2016. TVF was a well known YouTube channel by then. And they decided to bring season 2. And this is where they lost all the charm. Unnecessarily extended season with irrelevant episodes, a very average acting by Nidhi Singh and helpless but adoring Sumit Vyas desperately trying to save the fun. If you haven't watched it yet, please stop over season 1 and thank me later :)

One time watch only

[siddheshsid-43245 · 5/10 · 27 June 2020]

Season 1 is amazing... Season 2 raaytaa... Ruined expectations too..

On a laughing spree

[swatibadaya · 10/10 · 11 December 2020]

You won't be able to watch a single episode without having a good laugh. Also Tanya and Mikesh's bickering here and there makes it more amazing. Totally recommended!

Modern man definition

[srikanthyelle · 10/10 · 4 May 2021]

The definition of modern man.. Sumeet takes it next level along with Tanya.