Streaming Platform: Sony LIV
Streaming Date: August 7, 2025
Filmycycle.com Rating: ★★★(3/5)
Cast: Aadhi Pinisetty, Chaitanya Rao Madadi, Sai Kumar, Divya Dutta, Tanya Ravichandran, Ravindra Vijay, Shatru, and Others
Director: Deva Katta, Kiran Jay Kumar
Producers: Vijay Krishna, Lingamaneni, Sree Harsha
Music: Shakthikanth Karthick
Cinematography: Suresh Ragutu, Gnana Shekar V. S.
Editor: Praveen K. L.
Mayasabha Web Series Review – A Gripping Political Saga with Strong Performances
Noted director Deva Katta is back with an intense political drama titled, Mayasabha, Web Series. The show is out on popular OTT Platform Sony LIV and streaming from August 7,2025. Let’s Review it.
Synopsis:
Mayasabha chronicles the journey of two ambitious individuals, Kakarla Krishnama Naidu (KKN) from Narsipalli and MS Rami Reddy (MSR) from Pulicherla, who unite with a common goal political service. Despite coming from different castes and ideologies, they rise through the ranks in their party. However, political developments force them to take divergent paths.As their ideologies are tested and alliances shaken, a new player — Rayapati Chakradhar Rao (RCR) — enters the political arena. The series unfolds to explore how these characters intertwine with RCR’s rise and the consequences of their political choices.
Performances:
Aadhi Pinisetty delivers a restrained yet impactful performance as the composed and principled Krishnama Naidu.Chaitanya Rao Madadi, as Rami Reddy, shines in a well-written role that captures the emotional and political dilemmas of a young leader.
Sai Kumar is powerful as always, especially in the later episodes where his presence dominates. Divya Dutta plays the enigmatic “Madam” with authority, adding a complex layer to the political conflict.
Supporting roles by Nasser, Shrikanth Bharath, Tanya Ravichandran, Ravindra Vijay, and Shatru provide depth and maintain the intensity across episodes.Several standout moment including RCR’s confrontation with Iravathi Basu and the formation of his new party are executed with cinematic flair and realism.
Analysis:
Director Deva Katta, known for his command over political themes, crafts a layered narrative that explores not just power struggles, but the ideological battles within. The storytelling is thoughtful, and the character arcs are fleshed out with care.However, the mid-portion of the series particularly the sections dealing with the Emergency and vasectomy feel sluggish and overdrawn.
While the creators have emphasized that Mayasabha is fictional, the real-world parallels are unmistakable and could provoke debate.The series also features mature themes, including strong language and violence, which might not make it ideal for family viewing. Additionally, a few characters like Shatru’s and Ravindra Vijay’s are underused and may get more prominence in a potential second season.
Technical Department:
Visually, Mayasabha is impressive. The cinematographers Suresh Ragutu and Gnana Shekar V. S. authentically recreate the political climate of the 1970s–1990s. The production design and costumes convincingly transport viewers to the era.
Shakthikanth Karthick’s background score effectively heightens the drama, and Praveen K.L.’s editing is mostly sharp, though a few episodes could have benefitted from crisper pacing.The overall production values are solid, with no compromises in scale or quality.
Verdict:
Altogether, Mayasabha is a strong addition to Telugu political dramas, blending ambition, ideology, and betrayal into a compelling narrative. While the storytelling stumbles slightly in the middle, the performances, direction, and overall execution hold the viewer’s attention throughout. For fans of political thrillers, Mayasabha offers plenty of drama, gripping confrontations, and thoughtful writing. If you’re drawn to stories centered around power dynamics, leadership, and moral conflict this series should be on your watchlist.
