13th: Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms

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13th: Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms
Official Poster of 13th.jpg
Genre comedy drama
Created bySameer Mishra
Written bySameer Mishra
Directed byNishil Sheth
Starring
Music byGoyell Saab,Praveen Jain,Ashutosh Chaturvedi
Country of originIndia
Original languageHindi
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes5
Production
ProducerAbhishek Dhandharia
CinematographyPratik Parmar
EditorSruthy Sukumaran
Production companyAbout Films
Original release
Network SonyLIV
Release1 October 2025 (2025-10-01) –
present

13th:Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms is an Indian Hindi-language comedy drama web series created by Sameer Mishra and directed by Nishil Sheth. Produced by Abhishek Dhandharia under the banner of About Films, the series stars Paresh Pahuja and Gagan Dev Riar [1] in lead roles, alongside Girija Oak Godbole, Pradnya Motghare, Abhishek Ranjan, Keshav Mehta, Jai Kishan, Ashish Raghav, Ajay Chakraborty and Rajendra Bhatia. [2] It is premiered on SonyLIV on 1 October 2025.The BGM has been done by Goyell Saab, Ashutosh Chaturvedi & Praveen Jain. Songs have been composed by Praveen Jain & Joy Banerjee. [3] [4] [5]

Contents

Premise

The series follows Ritesh, a successful venture capitalist who decides to pause his corporate career to support his mentor MT Sir. Years earlier, MT Sir’s guidance shaped Ritesh’s journey; in return, Ritesh helps him realise his dream of launching an ed-tech start-up. The story explores themes of mentorship, gratitude and lessons that extend beyond traditional classrooms. [6] [7]

Cast

Production

The series is produced by Abhishek Dhandharia under banner About Films. Sameer Mishra is credited as the creator and writer, and Nishil Sheth as director. The official trailer was released on 19 September 2025. [8] [9]

Episodes

The first season of 13th: Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms consists of five episodes. [10]

Season 1 (2025)
No.TitleDirected byWritten byLengthOriginal release date
1Paanch SawaalNishil ShethSameer Mishra42 minutes1 October 2025
2Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta HaiNishil ShethSameer Mishra35 minutes1 October 2025
3CheatingNishil ShethSameer Mishra31 minutes1 October 2025
4The Clock Is TickingNishil ShethSameer Mishra29 minutes1 October 2025
5HandshakeNishil ShethSameer Mishra37 minutes1 October 2025

Release

The series premiered on SonyLIV [11] on 1 October 2025. [12]

Reception

Archika Khurana of The Times of India rated the series 3 out of 5 stars, calling it "A sincere journey where mentorship meets everyday wisdom". [13]

Abhishek Srivastava of Moneycontrol described the series as "a heartfelt series" and noted that it captured the bond between a mentor and student while also reflecting the pressures of start-up culture. [14]

Simran Khan of Times Now reviewed the series as "a heartfelt drama that struggles to engage". [15]

Asmita Pant of CNBCTV18 called the show “a tender watch with strong performances [16]

References

  1. ↑ "Gagan Dev Riar opens up on his role as MT Sir in web series '13th', 'Ye unki life se...' | Exclusive". www.india.com. Retrieved 2025-10-03.
  2. ↑ "Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms on Sony LIV is a tale of ambition". www.deccanchronicle.com. 2025-09-19. Retrieved 2025-09-24.
  3. ↑ "Sony LIV series 13th: Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms to stream on this date". Cinema Express. 2025-09-19. Retrieved 2025-09-24.
  4. ↑ "13th Some Lessons Aren't Taught In Classrooms Trailer: Paresh Pahuja, Gagan Dev Riar's Drama To Release On THIS Date". Times Now. 2025-09-19. Retrieved 2025-09-24.
  5. ↑ "'13th' web-series review: Gagan Dev Riar and Paresh Pahuja share heart-warming chemistry in a middling show". Firstpost. 2025-10-01. Retrieved 2025-10-01.
  6. ↑ Developer, Web. "13th Premieres on Sony LIV, Inspired by Mohit Tyagi's Journey". Mid-day. Retrieved 2025-09-24.
  7. ↑ 13th - Some Lessons Aren’t Taught In Classrooms Web Series: Review, Trailer, Star Cast, Songs, Actress Name, Actor Name, Posters, News & Videos . Retrieved 2025-10-01– via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
  8. ↑ "13th trailer: Paresh Pahuja highlights power of teachers beyond classrooms". India Today. 2025-09-19. Retrieved 2025-09-24.
  9. ↑ "Trailer for "Some Lessons Aren't Taught In Classrooms": Drama Starring Paresh Pahuja and Gagan Dev Riar Set to Premiere on THIS Date". Zoom TV. Retrieved 2025-09-24.
  10. ↑ "Episodes – 13th: Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms". SonyLIV. Retrieved 10 October 2025.
  11. ↑ Whittock, Sara Merican,Jesse (2025-09-10). "SonyLIV Sets Up Political Drama 'Dynasty' As Streamer Talks "Keeping It Simple" In Competitive Indian Market". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-09-24.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  12. ↑ "13th release date, timings, plot, cast and what to expect from Gagan Dev Riar's heartfelt Sony LIV series". OTTPlay. Retrieved 2025-09-24.
  13. ↑ 13th - Some Lessons Aren’t Taught In Classrooms Season 1 Review: A sincere journey where mentorship meets everyday wisdom . Retrieved 2025-10-01– via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
  14. ↑ "13th: Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms Review: A story of second chances and quiet triumphs". 1 October 2025.
  15. ↑ "13th Some Lessons Aren't Taught In Classrooms Review: A Heartfelt Drama That Struggles To Engage". Times Now. 2025-10-01. Retrieved 2025-10-01.
  16. ↑ "13th: Some Lessons Aren't Taught in Classrooms Review | A tender watch elevated with strong performances - CNBC TV18". CNBCTV18. 2025-10-01. Retrieved 2025-10-01.
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