Vikramaditya Motwane's Web series Sacred Games — directs the 10-episode series, from a script written by Atul Sabharwal (Aurangzeb). Jubilee's episodes 1–5 will be out on April 7, while the remaining 6–10 release the following week on April 14.
Set in a newly independent India, the Aparshakti Khurana), who is depicted as Roy's “loyal soldier,” who is sent on a mission to escort Madan Kumar from Lucknow to Bombay. However, things go awry on the journey back, when their car ends up crashing and catches fire, leaving Kumar stuck inside the car. Binod, who has always wanted to be a star decides to grab that opportunity, leaving Kumar for dead and returning empty-handed.
While not explicitly mentioned in the Jubilee trailer, it is implied that the incident was covered up and Binod took on the identity of Madan Kumar. (Not sure what they did about his facial appearance?) He is seen gradually rising the ranks — attending lavish parties, g autographs, and enjoying the sights of the audience repeating his dialogues. Of course, whenever things get out of line, the studio executives are present to remind the star of his true self. “I've mortgaged the studio to finance this film, and to make you ‘Madan Kumar,' Binod,” Roy says, as we're shown visuals of our fake star meeting up with two other key characters of Jubilee.
Up first is Jay Khanna (Aditi Rao Hydari), who is on a mission to expose the fake Madan Kumar and her husband Roy's involvement in the cover-up — she was romantically involved with the real one and seeks justice.
“Jubilee for me as an actor was a complete no-brainer. When I heard the story, and especially Binod's journey, I knew I had to do this. It is one of the most challenging characters I have played to date, but also the most rewarding,” lead Khurana said in a prepared statement. “Thappad), and features a vintage soundtrack composed by Amit Trivedi.
The first five episodes of Jubilee stream April 7 on Amazon Prime Video.