We spoke to actor Viineet Kumar Singh about this.

Question: We’ve seen many films paying tribute to teachers—Dead Poets Society, Black, The Karate Kid, To Serve With Love—and now Netflix’s Hello Bachcho is also a tribute. How did you prepare yourself for this role, knowing it was a tribute to teachers?

Answer: First of all, I’m very happy to have this opportunity. This show is a tribute to teachers. Every person in life has been touched by a teacher, and my father is a mathematician, so personally, it’s also a tribute to him.

The show highlights many aspects of today’s education system: rising costs, career confusion among children, social pressures, and the difficulties faced by girls and underprivileged students. Preparing for this role meant understanding all of these realities and the sensitivity a teacher needs to have to impact students’ lives positively.

I wanted to understand Alakh Pandey sir’s rhythm, his energy, and how he interacts with students, family, and friends. Beyond classroom videos, I spent time observing his day-to-day life—how he eats, sits, moves, and engages. That helped me capture the authenticity of the character.

I was fortunate because my academic background and my family’s involvement in education gave me a foundation. My father always emphasized honesty, dedication, and understanding cause and effect—like Newton’s law. That philosophy naturally aligned with the teacher’s role in the series.

Question: The series portrays students from diverse and underprivileged backgrounds. How did this influence your understanding of the Indian education system today?

Answer: I’ve lived in this world. I know the struggles. I studied in government schools with excellent teachers, but today many parents prefer private schools, often because education has become so expensive. Education is turning into a luxury rather than a right.

Basic education should be accessible to all children. Government institutions are crucial—they allow students from poor families to study without financial barriers. If we fail to ensure this, we are creating walls for those who want to learn but cannot afford it. Education, healthcare, and security are fundamental rights, just like voting. Everyone deserves access.

Question: In the show, Alakh Pandey sir connects with students empathetically. How did you balance authority, empathy, and vulnerability in your portrayal?

Answer: As an Answer, it’s important to capture all sides of a character. A teacher’s authority is balanced by empathy and vulnerability. For instance, when a child struggles because of family circumstances, the teacher often shields them from harsh realities, allowing them to perform without fear. That balance had to be authentic—showing care without compromising discipline.

Through this approach, students learn responsibility and realize the value of opportunities. It’s not just teaching academics; it’s shaping their perspective and confidence.

Question: Were there any particular storylines or scenes that touched you emotionally?

Answer: Many stories were moving. The story of Naman, Haria, and other students who face societal or familial obstacles was particularly touching. Scenes showing girls wanting to study or play but being restricted really highlighted gender-based challenges. Girls’ potential is often limited by societal norms, but when allowed to pursue their ambitions, they excel—whether in sports, arts, or leadership.

This is a recurring theme—parents and society sometimes inadvertently limit talent. The show reflects this beautifully and emphasizes that education and support can unlock tremendous potential.

Question: What feedback have you received from viewers?

Answer: The feedback has been incredible. Many people have said the series moved them to tears. They connected deeply with the stories and characters. I’m grateful to the entire team—producers Aruna, Sherry, Shreyansh Pandey, Vijay Koshi; writers Abhishek, Varun Ali, Ankit; and director Pratish. Acting is a team game, and this collaboration created something touching and impactful.

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PUNE:  Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”), one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, today announced new unparalleled entertainment packs for prepaid customers. With access to an industry-leading portfolio of 25+ top OTT platforms—including Netflix, JioHotstar, Zee5, and SonyLiv — Airtel is the only telco in India offering such an extensive entertainment experience. Starting at an attractive introductory price of ₹279 for 1 month validity, customers will get access to a wide variety of popular streaming platforms, of value worth ₹750, making it the only telco to enable access to such a wide bouquet of OTT streaming options. The company has also bundled entertainment packs with unlimited 5G data and unlimited calls at ₹598, facilitating unlimited entertainment.  

Customers can now access a wide variety of TV shows, blockbuster movies, and documentaries from leading OTT platforms such as Netflix, JioHostar, Zee5, SonyLiv, LionsgatePlay, AHA, SunNxt, Hoichoi, ErosNow, and ShemarooMe, among others, all through a single pack. By consolidating these various OTT services into one affordable package, the company seeks to meet the changing entertainment preferences of its prepaid users. This enables them to effortlessly enjoy international, Bollywood, and regional content in more than 16 languages, including their preferred shows, films, and or

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Watching sports is a big part of the life of a lot of people. It’s not just an interest in the sport, but the social gatherings around it, the feeling of belonging to a team and being a part of something bigger than you. And the chance to have an excuse to eat delicious food when you watch it. Because who doesn’t love a good excuse to eat something really good? If you bet on games, watching them at home can make it even more exciting too. Whether you have bet on a point spreads or placed a different bet on the match, you can be truer to your feelings about the result when you watch it at home than when you are out at a bar. 

Step-by-step guide 

Before giving you the guide, it’s important to also underline that if you are more interested in Netflix, you will have great options to use the same method to access it through your computer. The steps below can be used regardless of what you want to watch. Here are the four easy steps to set up to watch directly on your TV: 

• Connect your device to the correct ports on your TV. What device you get for streaming is completely up to you and comes with instructions on what ports are the correct ones to choose when you set up.  
• Set your TV to the correct input channel using your remote. Your remote will have an input button, and from there, you just choose the correct one.  
• Connect your device to wi-fi. This can feel a bit tricky, but your device will also come with instructions on how to do this.  
• You are now all set! Choose what you want to stream and use your TV to watch content or games online. 

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