Pill (2024)
Created byRaj Kumar Gupta
StarringRiteish Deshmukh, Pavan Malhotra, Anshul Chauhan, Akshat Chauhan
Watch onJioHotstar
NetworkJioCinema
Best for: Viewers who enjoy realistic investigative dramas about systemic corruption, especially those interested in the pharmaceutical industry.
Where to watch Pill online in India
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Pill: new episodes and status
| Status | Ended |
|---|---|
| Last episode aired | 12 July 2024 |
Episode dates as listed on TMDB.
Pill seasons and episodes
| Season | Premiered | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 12 July 2024 | 8 |
Pill story (no spoilers)
Pill is a Hindi drama series that premiered on JioCinema on 12 July 2024. It follows Dr. Prakash, played by Riteish Deshmukh, who teams up with three whistle-blowers to take on Forever Cure, a powerful pharmaceutical giant. Together they try to expose the corrupt nexus of pharma companies, middlemen, and doctors that controls how a pill reaches the common man. The show has one season of eight episodes, each around 41 minutes long, and is created and directed by Raj Kumar Gupta (co-directed by Jaideep Yadav). The tone is tense and grounded, focusing on the David-versus-Goliath struggle of individuals against a corporate machine. The series is certified U/A 16+ and is available in Hindi on JioHotstar.
Should you watch Pill?
Watch it for
- Raj Kumar Gupta, known for taut thrillers, directs this eight-episode drama about the pharmaceutical industry.
- Riteish Deshmukh leads the cast as Dr. Prakash Chauhan, alongside Pavan Malhotra as Brahma Gill and Anshul Chauhan as Gursimrat Kaur.
- The 41-minute episodes keep the focus on the cat-and-mouse conflict between whistle-blowers and Forever Cure.
- It is a complete, ended series, so you can watch all eight episodes without waiting for more.
Skip it if
- You prefer light-hearted or escapist entertainment; this is a serious drama about corruption.
- You dislike corporate or medical conspiracy plots with multiple characters and shifting loyalties.
- You want a fast-paced thriller; the show takes its time building the nexus of pharma, middlemen, and doctors.
Pill cast
Riteish Deshmukhas Dr. Prakash Chauhan8 episodes
Pavan Malhotraas Brahma Gill8 episodes
Anshul Chauhanas Gursimrat Kaur8 episodes
Baharul Islamas Dr. Basudev Natrajan8 episodes
Nikhil Khuranaas Ekam Gill8 episodes
Kunj Anandas Ashish Khanna8 episodes
Jayant Rawalas Bairagi (Bramha’s PA)6 episodes
Diksha Junejaas Keerat6 episodesPill details
| Created by | Raj Kumar Gupta |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Raj Kumar Gupta, Jaideep Yadav |
| Written by | Jaideep Yadav, Raj Kumar Gupta |
| First episode | 12 July 2024 |
| Seasons / episodes | 1 / 8 |
| Typical episode length | 41 minutes |
| Network | JioCinema |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken | Hindi |
| Certificate (India) | U/A 16+ |
Parental guide: is Pill family friendly?
The U/A 16+ certificate suggests mature themes; this is a general guide and parents should use their own judgement. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Pill official trailer
Our verdict
Pill is a solid, well-acted drama that shines a light on the murky side of the pharma business. Riteish Deshmukh and Pavan Malhotra anchor the eight-episode series with conviction. It is not groundbreaking, but it is a thoughtful, self-contained watch for fans of issue-based storytelling.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Pill online in India?
Pill is available on JioHotstar in India. It premiered on JioCinema on 12 July 2024.
How many seasons and episodes does Pill have?
Pill has one season with eight episodes. All episodes premiered on 12 July 2024.
Has Pill ended or will there be a new season?
Pill is marked as Ended, and no new season has been announced. The series concluded with its first season.
Who is in the cast of Pill?
The cast includes Riteish Deshmukh as Dr. Prakash Chauhan, Pavan Malhotra as Brahma Gill, Anshul Chauhan as Gursimrat Kaur, and Akshat Chauhan as Noor, among others.
What is the episode runtime and certificate of Pill?
Each episode of Pill runs for about 41 minutes. The series is certified U/A 16+ in India.
Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.