Chanakya (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Series · ★ 9
Released in 1991, Chanakya is a drama and war & politics series.
What it’s about. Chanakya is a 47-part epic Indian television historical drama. The series is a fictionalized account of the life and times of 4th century BCE Indian economist, strategist and political theorist Chanakya and is based on events occurring between 340 BCE and 321/20 BCE, starting with Chanakya's boyhood and culminating in the coronation of Chandragupta Maurya.
Who’s in it. Chanakya stars Surendra Pal and Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi as Chanakya.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Chanakya sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chanakya page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chanakya tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chanakya (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chanakya change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chanakya worth watching?
- Chanakya holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war & politics. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Chanakya?
- Chanakya stars Surendra Pal and Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi.
- When was Chanakya released?
- Chanakya was released in 1991.