Mismatched S01
Director: Akarsh Khurana, Nipun Dharmadhikari
Cast: Prajakta Koli, Rohit Saraf, Vihaan Samat, Muskkaan Jaferi, Taaruk Raina, Devyani Shorey, Rannvijay Singha, Vidya Malavade
Mismatched Season 1 is a refreshing coming-of-age romantic dramedy set against the vibrant backdrop of a tech institute in Jaipur. Based on Sandhya Menon’s novel When Dimple Met Rishi, the show explores the complexities of young love, ambition, and identity in the digital era.
The story centers around Dimple Ahuja (Prajakta Koli), a fiercely ambitious techie who wants to develop the next big app, and Rishi Shekhawat (Rohit Saraf), a hopeless romantic who believes in arranged marriage and is sent to the institute with hopes of meeting his future wife. Their unexpected pairing in a summer app-development course sets the stage for both friction and chemistry.
As sparks fly and tempers flare, their contrasting worldviews clash—Dimple’s desire for independence and Rishi’s yearning for love create the core tension of the season. Surrounding them are quirky classmates dealing with their own trials, including heartbreaks, self-identity struggles, and social pressures. Characters like Namrata, Anmol, Celina, and Zeenat add richness and diversity to the ensemble, bringing in subplots on queerness, ableism, and age-gap relationships.
Directed by Akarsh Khurana and Nipun Dharmadhikari, the show balances humor, emotion, and light drama with aesthetically pleasing visuals, crisp editing, and a youth-oriented soundtrack that connects well with its Gen Z audience. However, some critics found the plot predictable and dialogues somewhat superficial.
Despite its flaws, Mismatched Season 1 is a charming and heartfelt portrayal of modern Indian youth navigating love, dreams, and friendship. It sets up a relatable universe that resonates with teens and young adults, creating a loyal fanbase that eagerly awaited its continuation in the following seasons.
Mismatched Season 1 is a refreshing coming-of-age romantic dramedy set against the vibrant backdrop of a tech institute in Jaipur. Based on Sandhya Menon’s novel When Dimple Met Rishi, the show explores the complexities of young love, ambition, and identity in the digital era.
The story centers around Dimple Ahuja (Prajakta Koli), a fiercely ambitious techie who wants to develop the next big app, and Rishi Shekhawat (Rohit Saraf), a hopeless romantic who believes in arranged marriage and is sent to the institute with hopes of meeting his future wife. Their unexpected pairing in a summer app-development course sets the stage for both friction and chemistry.
As sparks fly and tempers flare, their contrasting worldviews clash—Dimple’s desire for independence and Rishi’s yearning for love create the core tension of the season. Surrounding them are quirky classmates dealing with their own trials, including heartbreaks, self-identity struggles, and social pressures. Characters like Namrata, Anmol, Celina, and Zeenat add richness and diversity to the ensemble, bringing in subplots on queerness, ableism, and age-gap relationships.
Directed by Akarsh Khurana and Nipun Dharmadhikari, the show balances humor, emotion, and light drama with aesthetically pleasing visuals, crisp editing, and a youth-oriented soundtrack that connects well with its Gen Z audience. However, some critics found the plot predictable and dialogues somewhat superficial.
Despite its flaws, Mismatched Season 1 is a charming and heartfelt portrayal of modern Indian youth navigating love, dreams, and friendship. It sets up a relatable universe that resonates with teens and young adults, creating a loyal fanbase that eagerly awaited its continuation in the following seasons.