From ‘UP65’ to ‘Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan’: 6 Must-Watch OTT Shows on Student Life

From vibrant campus adventures to heartfelt hostel friendships, several web series on Jio Hotstar perfectly capture the essence of student life. These shows dive deep into themes of friendship, love, academic pressure, and youthful ambitions, making them highly relatable for college-goers and nostalgia-inducing for alumni. Here are six must-watch series that bring student life alive on screen.

1. Campus Colours

Set across multiple college campuses in Kerala, Campus Colours is a reality web show featuring students engaging in sports, quizzes, and music competitions. With its strong focus on extracurricular life and youthful energy, it has become one of the most popular youth-centric shows on Jio Hotstar.

2. UP65

Based in Varanasi, UP65 portrays the highs and lows of student life with a mix of humor and drama. Featuring Pragati Mishra, Jai Thakkar, Abbas Ali Ghaznavi, Anmol Jyotir, and Abhishek Reddy, the series beautifully blends college experiences, personal struggles, and heartwarming friendships.

3. School of Lies

Set in a boarding school, this gripping mystery drama begins when a student goes missing. With stellar performances from Aamir Bashir, Virin Rupani, Veer Pachisia, Nitin Goyal, and Nimrat Kaur, School of Lies delves into secrets and emotional undercurrents in the school system.

4. The Great Indian Residential Schools

This documentary-style series offers a rare look into India’s prestigious residential schools, exploring their discipline, culture, and legacy. Directed by Shekhar Bhattacharjee and Yash Vardhan Jain, and written by Thukral Raman, it celebrates the institutions shaping future leaders.

5. Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan

A cult favorite among youth, this long-running series revolves around a group of close college friends as they navigate love, heartbreak, and personal challenges. With Parth Samthaan, Niti Taylor, Charlie Chauhan, Kishwer Merchant, Mehul Nisar, and Utkarsh Gupta, it has built a dedicated fanbase across its five seasons.

6. Kota Toppers

Set against the backdrop of India’s competitive coaching hub, Kota Toppers tells the story of six students striving for IIT-JEE success. Released in 2021, the series realistically portrays the struggles, dreams, and camaraderie of aspirants trying to excel under pressure.