Shortly after the official announcement of the upcoming corporate drama series 'Family Business', the show has ignited significant buzz and debate across social media platforms and entertainment circles. Many viewers and critics have begun drawing parallels between the Indian series and internationally acclaimed shows such as 'Succession' and 'Billions', noting similarities in their corporate settings and themes of power.
Hansal Mehta Addresses the Comparisons
Director and co-creator Hansal Mehta has firmly and publicly dismissed these comparisons, labeling them as "lazy comparisons" that oversimplify the creative process. In a recent statement, Mehta clarified that merely sharing a corporate backdrop does not make one narrative a replica of another. He stressed that 'Family Business' is a completely original story rooted in the Indian context.
While expressing his admiration for international shows within the genre, Mehta underlined that his series draws heavily from India's own unique corporate realities, family dynamics, and socio-cultural layers. He emphasized that the Netflix production has its own distinct voice and identity, standing confidently on its own merits without borrowing from global templates or formulas.
Inside the Ruthless Corporate Battle
At the heart of 'Family Business' lies a gripping, high-stakes power struggle that promises to captivate audiences. The plot revolves around a visionary billionaire who mentors a rising tycoon to take charge of India's largest conglomerate. However, months later, the successor is abruptly removed from power, prompting the mentor to reclaim control. Refusing to fade away quietly, the ousted heir launches a fierce and determined counterattack.
What follows is a brutal succession war where secrets unravel, alliances crumble, and legacies turn intensely personal. Blood ties clash with unchecked ambition, threatening to destroy one of India's most respected and powerful business empires from within.
The official description of the series captures its dramatic tone perfectly: "Family Business explores the deeply complicated and messy personal relationships that define every boardroom battle of a family of tycoons. What happens when inheritance becomes expectation, and legacies collide? It's a ride unlike any other in a world never seen before. We're excited for audiences to get their first glimpse of this world through Next on Netflix, and we look forward to revealing more of the story in the months ahead."
Star-Studded Cast and Notable Returns
The series boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring some of India's most talented actors:
- Anil Kapoor
- Vijay Varma
- Akash Khurana
- Rhea Chakraborty
- Neha Dhupia
- Anant Nag
- Kanwaljit Singh
- Dhruv Sehgal
- Nandish Sandhu
- Tina Desai
- Rohan Mehra
- Kamal Sadanah
- Raima Sen
- Inayat Sood
- Madhoo Shah
Notably, the series marks Rhea Chakraborty's return to acting after a considerable break. She was last seen in the 2021 film 'Chehre', alongside industry veterans Amitabh Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi. Despite being part of the film, she was excluded from its promotional poster—a decision she later described as leaving her shocked and shattered. Her comeback in 'Family Business' is eagerly anticipated by fans and industry observers alike.
As anticipation builds for this original Indian corporate drama, Hansal Mehta's clear vision and the show's compelling narrative promise to deliver a viewing experience that stands apart from international comparisons, offering audiences a fresh perspective on power, family, and business in contemporary India.
