Richa Chadha Announces Heritage Series ‘Musafiri’ Focusing on Mumbai in First Season
Actor and producer Richa Chadha has announced a new culture-based non-fiction series titled Musafiri, which explores India’s heritage, living histories, and untold community narratives. The project begins with an eight-episode opening season focused entirely on Mumbai.
What Happened
Richa Chadha is embarking on a new non-fiction venture designed to document India’s diverse traditions and cultural legacy. Conceived as more than a conventional travel programme, Musafiri focuses on observing local heritage, communities, and historical contexts.
The initial season consists of eight episodes dedicated to uncovering the multiple layers of Mumbai. Chadha described the city as her “residence of choice” and “karmabhoomi,” noting that the debut season acts as a personal tribute and love letter to the city that shaped her artistic career.
Key Highlights
- Show Format: An eight-episode culture-based non-fiction series focusing on heritage, people, and lesser-known historical narratives.
- First Season Focus: Dedicated entirely to Mumbai, exploring its neighbourhoods, streets, markets, heritage structures, and communities.
- Creative Vision: Designed to encourage audiences to slow down, observe, and gain fresh appreciation for familiar locations.
- Pan-India Scope: Following Mumbai, the series plans to expand across different regions of India to spotlight forgotten traditions and extraordinary destinations.
Why This Matters
According to Chadha, the initiative is driven by an urge to understand historical influences on modern society and document cultural stories that deserve preservation. By spotlighting Mumbai’s everyday spaces and safety for women alongside its cultural evolution, the series aims to foster curiosity, empathy, and a deeper engagement with Indian heritage.
What to Watch Next
Following the debut season centered on Mumbai, Musafiri is slated to extend its coverage across various regions of India, documenting living histories and lesser-known traditions nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the series ‘Musafiri’ about?
Musafiri is a non-fiction cultural series created to explore India’s diverse heritage, untold stories, traditions, and communities.
How many episodes are in the first season of ‘Musafiri’?
The first season consists of eight episodes, with each episode dedicated to exploring different aspects and layers of Mumbai.
Will ‘Musafiri’ cover locations outside Mumbai?
Yes, while the first season begins in Mumbai, the series is envisioned as an ongoing project that will travel across various parts of India.
Source: Bollywood Hungama