Air

AIR (All India Rankers) is more than just a web series-it's a deeply moving ode to the countless dreamers who walk into coaching academies with stars in their eyes and pressure in their hearts. Directed with soul and sensitivity by **Joseph Clinton**, *AIR* brings to life the triumphs, heartbreaks, and silent battles of every student who has ever chased a competitive rank.

From the very first episode, the series strikes a chord. The atmosphere-the narrow hostel corridors, the buzzing mess halls, the quiet breakdowns behind closed doors-is crafted with such authenticity that you're instantly transported back to your own student days. It's nostalgic without being overindulgent, and every frame feels lived-in.

Joseph Clinton's direction is subtle yet powerful. He masterfully balances humor with pathos, competition with companionship, and the academic with the emotional. Each character is carefully etched, and while the narrative focuses on a few, you feel the collective pulse of every student struggling to make their mark.

The performances are a standout-natural, restrained, and deeply affecting. The emotional scenes hit hard, especially those involving internal dilemmas, quiet moments of despair, and the fragile bonds of unexpected friendships. There's no over-dramatization, just raw, real storytelling that respects the intelligence of its audience.

Yes, some might point out pacing concerns or wish for deeper dives into backstories, but that's only because the world of *AIR* is so immersive that you don't want it to end. The series doesn't try to over-explain-it trusts its viewers to fill in the gaps with their own memories and experiences.

*AIR* is a must-watch for anyone who has ever stayed up for an exam, missed home from a dorm room, found unexpected friendships in the unlikeliest places, or simply tried to find their identity in the crowd. It reminds us that not every rank defines a life-but every experience during that phase shapes who we become.

Kudos to Joseph Clinton for creating a show that feels like a mirror, a memory, and a message-all rolled into one. *AIR* is not just a series, it's a feeling. And it will stay with you long after the final credits roll.

ETV has always been a strong brand on television, and now it's proving itself in the OTT as well. With AIR, #ETvwin delivers a nostalgic, heartwarming, and hilariously relatable series that hits especially for anyone who went through Intermediate phase of student life.

The story is simple yet strong, and the execution is top notch. Direction is commendable bringing out genuine emotions while still keeping things light and fun.

Performances are all around solid. Every artist truly lived in their role. Boys and girls in the series brought back that funny and chaotic energy.

A special shoutout to Viva Harsha, Jeevan, Chaitanya Rao and especially Sandeep Raj seeing you guys felt like watching our own lecturers all over again. So many scenes brought back memories of our teachers, classrooms and study hours LOL

Beyond the fun and nostalgia, AIR also subtly highlights the pressure, expectations, and emotional toll that intermediate education places on students in our society. It reflects on how students often become victims of a system that prioritizes ranks over real learning, and how this can affect their mental well-being and individuality. The message is clear, yet delivered with sensitivity.

Overall its a perfect mix of comedy, emotion, and nostalgia blended with a much needed reflection on our educational system.

Great time a binge worthy show not a masterpiece but surely a comfort watch for students. Some scenes are quite feel you emotional and relatable with study pressure and parental pressure. Ending was great excited for season 2 hope it turns out great but a problem was pacing was bot consistent also comedy was not that great I except that comedy was great but it feel dull sometimes.

Well I don't know if you've seen the TV show 'Laakhon Mein Ek', but this AIR is similar to that. In this the guy here who is acted as Arjun is similar to Akash in that hindi series. The plot is 70-80% same. If we talk about the hindi one, one doesn't like to study for IIT but fathers forces and he is a complete misfit. Then slowly, a friendship forms between him and his roommates Bakri and Chudail. From there the real story starts.

Now talking about this series, as I said similar to that but the execution is good and the theme has changed here. This series comes with a humour one but the hindi one come with a serious slice of life. Anyways I would really recommend you to watch this Telugu version too if you are hoping a comedy and teenage life genre.

This will take all the 90s kids from Andhra and Telangana. Especially the kids who went from the rigorous schooling followed by inter in Narayana and chaitanya to feel nostalgic about their experiences. Will highly recommend it.

This series isn't just storytelling - it's a portal back to those formative years when life was defined by strict uniforms, endless test series, and 5:30 AM classes in Narayana and Sri Chaitanya. The series captures the emotional highs and silent struggles of a generation that was molded under pressure but still found ways to dream, rebel, and survive.

Whether it's the early-morning rush with a tiffin box, the anxiety of EAMCET ranks, or the joy of bunking a physics seminar to grab a samosa - AIR mirrors it all with striking realism and a touch of warmth. Every character feels like someone you once knew - a benchmate, a lab partner, or even yourself.

Background score and dialogue carry a raw authenticity, and the cinematography blends the grit of hostel corridors with the innocence of teenage ambition. It's especially moving for those who transitioned from these schools to dream bigger - in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, or overseas.

Highly recommended - not just for entertainment, but for the memory lane it opens. You might laugh, tear up, or just sit in silence after an episode. But one thing's for sure - you'll feel seen.