The excitement around Panchayat 3 has reached a fever pitch since its release, especially with rumours swirling that Jitendra Kumar is the highest-paid actor among the castmates, allegedly taking home ₹70,000 per episode. The actor, however, finds these discussions about salary unfair and unproductive.
Reacting to Salary Rumours
Jitendra Kumar recently addressed the buzz about his remuneration, which reportedly totals ₹5.6 lakh for the third season. Without confirming or denying the claims, Kumar emphasized that discussing financial matters is inappropriate. He believes such discussions are neither fruitful nor beneficial, urging fans and the media to avoid spreading these rumours.
Panchayat’s Success
Panchayat, created by The Viral Fever and available on Amazon Prime Video, has been a massive success since its inception. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and written by Chandan Kumar, the show’s third season, released in May, received a positive response. Kumar credits the show for opening new opportunities in his career but insists it hasn’t changed his personal life significantly. He has made only minimal adjustments to ensure comfort while maintaining his grounded lifestyle.
Impact on Career
Kumar, known for his roles in TVF Pitchers, Kota Factory, and Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, acknowledges the show’s success has brought him more opportunities to work on better scripts and collaborate with interesting filmmakers. Despite the increased visibility, he remains committed to delivering creative and engaging performances to meet his fans’ expectations. Jitendra feels a responsibility to push himself in future projects to maintain the high standards set by Panchayat.
Returning for Panchayat 3
Jitendra Kumar reprises his role as Abhishek Tripathi, an engineering graduate who becomes a panchayat secretary in the remote village of Phulera, Uttar Pradesh. The third season continues to explore Abhishek’s journey as he navigates village life and its unique challenges. Kumar found the new scripts interesting and appreciated that the makers did not force unnecessary changes, instead focusing on new stories and situations within the established setting.
Kumar approached the third season with renewed energy and no pressure, relying on the strong script to deliver a compelling performance. His dedication to maintaining the quality of the show and meeting audience expectations is evident in his thoughtful approach to the character and storyline.