Overview
Motu Patlu is an Indian animated comedy series about two inseparable friends who turn the smallest everyday task into a full-blown disaster. Motu is big-hearted, food-loving and always ready to charge in first, while Patlu is the calm, clever one who tries to keep them both out of trouble. Together they live in the fictional town of Furfuri Nagar, where samosas, silly schemes and unexpected rescues are all part of daily life.
Adapted from the characters of Lot Pot comics, the series premiered on Nickelodeon India on 16 October 2012 and has kept going ever since. Its humour is gentle and slapstick, built on friendship, quick thinking and the chaos that follows Motu whenever a plate of samosas is nearby. Around the duo are familiar faces such as Dr. Jhatka, Ghasitaram, Inspector Chingam and the scheming John the Don, whose plans almost always backfire.
Quick Facts
- First aired: October 16, 2012
- Network: Nickelodeon (India)
- Creator: Ronojoy Chakraborty
- Original language: Hindi
- Seasons: 6 seasons, 468 episodes, plus 14 specials
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Kids, Action & Adventure
- Setting: Furfuri Nagar
- Main characters: Motu, Patlu, Dr. Jhatka, Ghasitaram, Inspector Chingam, John the Don
- Status: Returning series
Official Trailer
No verified official trailer for the Motu Patlu television series was found, so no video is embedded here. TMDB lists no trailers for the series, and the official videos from Nickelodeon India promote Motu Patlu film specials, such as Motu Patlu: King of Kings, rather than the series itself. Embedding one of those would mislabel it as the series trailer, so this section is left without a video rather than guessing.
Where to Watch in India
Motu Patlu streams in India on JioHotstar, which lists all 6 seasons, free with ads, and on Tata Play, which lists 1 season. Availability and pricing can change, so check the platform before you start watching.
No Hindi, Tamil or Telugu dub is claimed here: the JustWatch India listing used for this guide does not confirm dubbed audio options for the series.
FAQs
What is Motu Patlu about?
Motu Patlu follows two best friends in Furfuri Nagar whose everyday plans go hilariously wrong. Motu’s love of samosas and impulsive ideas get the pair into trouble, Patlu’s quick thinking usually gets them out, and their neighbours, from Dr. Jhatka to Inspector Chingam, add to the chaos.
When did Motu Patlu first air?
Motu Patlu premiered on Nickelodeon India on 16 October 2012, beginning with the episode “John Banega Don”. It is based on characters from Lot Pot comics.
How many seasons of Motu Patlu are there?
There are 6 seasons with 468 episodes in total, plus 14 specials. The first season aired in 2012, and later seasons continued into 2023 and beyond.
Where can I watch Motu Patlu in India?
In India, Motu Patlu streams on JioHotstar, which lists all 6 seasons, and on Tata Play, which lists 1 season. Use the button above to open it on JioHotstar.
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