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		{{Short description\|Indian Telugu-language webseries by Jonathan Edwards}}
		{{Use Indian English\|date=June 2023}}
		{{Use dmy dates\|date=June 2023}}
		{{Infobox television
		\| producer = B.Sai Kumar, Tanvi Desai
		\| country = India
		\| language = Telugu
		\| genre = [[Drama]]<br>[[Comedy]]
		\| music =
		\| creator =
		\| writer =
		\| director = Jonathan Edwards
		\| starring = Harshith Reddy<br>[[Tejaswi Madivada]]<br>Ananya Sharma
		\| editor = Nageswara Reddy Bonthala
		\| camera =
		\| num_seasons = 1
		\| num_episodes = 5
		\| company = Aree Studio<br> Laughing Cow Productions
		\| network = [[Aha (streaming service)\|Aha]]
		\| first_aired = {{Start date\|df=y\|2023\|06\|30}}
		\| last_aired = present
		\| image = Arthamainda_Arun_Kumar.jpg
		}}


		'''''Arthamainda Arun Kumar''''' is a 2023 Indian [[Telugu language\|Telugu]]-language [[comedy drama]] webseries written by Kittu Vissapragada and directed by Jonathan Edwards for the streaming platform [[Aha (streaming service)\|Aha]].<ref>{{Cite web \|last=Web Desk \|first=DC \|date=June 8, 2023 \|title=OTT Watch: Arthamainda Arun Kumar on Aha \|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/ott/080623/ott-watch-arthamainda-arun-kumar-on-aha.html \|url-status=live \|website=Deccan Chronicle}}</ref> Series stars Harshith Reddy, Ananya Sharma and [[Tejaswi Madivada]]<ref>{{Cite news \|date=2023-06-07 \|title=New web series Arthamainda Arun Kumar to premiere soon \|work=The Times of India \|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/telugu/new-web-series-arthamainda-arun-kumar-to-premiere-soon/articleshow/100818404.cms \|access-date=2023-07-23 \|issn=0971-8257}}</ref> in lead roles. The series is produced by Aree Studio and Laughing Cow Productions and is premiered on the streaming platform [[Aha (streaming service)\|Aha]] on 30th June 2023.<ref>{{Cite web \|last=Sistu \|first=Suhas \|date=2023-06-23 \|title=OTT: ‘Arthamainda Arun Kumar’ trailer shows complexities of the corporate world \|url=https://www.thehansindia.com/ott-web-series/ott-arthamainda-arun-kumar-trailer-shows-complexities-of-the-corporate-world-804952 \|access-date=2023-07-23 \|website=www.thehansindia.com \|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|last=Desk \|first=HT Telugu \|title=Ardhamaindha Arun kumar Web Series: అర్థ‌మైందా అరుణ్‌కుమార్ వెబ్‌సిరీస్ ట్రైల‌ర్ రిలీజ్ - స్ట్రీమింగ్ డేట్ ఫిక్స్‌ \|url=https://telugu.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/ardhamaindha-arun-kumar-web-series-trailer-released-and-streaming-date-locked-121687418251188.html \|access-date=2023-07-25 \|website=Hindustantimes Telugu \|language=te}}</ref>

		== Plot ==
		Mundha, when pronounced with a hard ‘d’ sound, is an offensive slang in Telugu which is the surname of Arun Kumar. This fact didn’t stop him being the butt of jokes while growing up. Arun Kumar was born in [[Amalapuram]], a small town in [[Andhra Pradesh]].

		Arun Kumar Mundha, an Intern of the Year, a fresh graduate from Amaapuram, as he embarks on an internship at a marketing firm in Hyderabad. Eager to make his mark, Arun faces a challenging start, confronting menial tasks and office politics.

		As Arun navigates his new environment, he forms alliances with supportive colleagues like Pallavi and confronts antagonism from others like Jai. Balancing personal aspirations with demanding work responsibilities, Arun's journey takes an unexpected turn when a family emergency calls him back home.

		Upon his return, Arun seizes opportunities to showcase his skills, collaborating with his supervisor, Shalini, on a significant client presentation. Despite challenges and setbacks, Arun learns invaluable life lessons from his mentor, Chacha, which help him persevere through the ups and downs of his internship.

		Arun's personal and professional growth is put to the test when he must fight for his colleague Pallavi's position at the firm. Through determination and newfound wisdom, Arun confronts office dynamics and strives to leave a lasting impact in the corporate world, discovering that forging his own path is the true key to success.

		Set against the backdrop of Hyderabad's vibrant cityscape, "Intern's Path: Ambitions and Realities" portrays Arun's evolution as he learns to navigate love, loss, and the pursuit of his dreams in the competitive realm of the workplace.

		== Cast ==

		* Harshith Reddy as Arun Kumar Mundha
		* [[Tejaswi Madivada]]
		* Ananya Sharma
		* Vasu Inturi
		* Jay Praveen
		* Shravya Mrudala

		== Episodes ==
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		\|EpisodeNumber = 1
		\|Title = Set Kaadu...Set Cheskovali
		\|DirectedBy = Jonathan Edwards
		\|WrittenBy = Kittu Vissapragada
		\|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date\|df=yes\|2023\|6\|30}}
		\|ShortSummary = Things don't always go according to plan, especially when you're an intern. But for Arun Kumar Mundha, a young, ambitious graduate from Amlapuram, his dream comes true as he interns at a marketing firm in Hyderabad. From being assigned the most menial tasks, to being mocked for his name, Arun's first day is nothing like he thought it would be.
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		{{Episode list
		\|EpisodeNumber = 2
		\|Title = When Daridram Knocks Your Door
		\|DirectedBy = Jonathan Edwards
		\|WrittenBy = Kittu Vissapragada
		\|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date\|df=yes\|2023\|6\|30}}
		\|ShortSummary = While Arun tries to settle in the office, he slowly begins to get trapped in its politics. While he gets assigned to a team, Jai is making his life miserable. He finally gets a chance to change teams, but it all comes down to a game of Foosball. Will Arun win?
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		{{Episode list
		\|EpisodeNumber = 3
		\|Title = Lippu..Lippu Kalisthe
		\|DirectedBy = Jonathan Edwards
		\|WrittenBy = Kittu Vissapragada
		\|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date\|df=yes\|2023\|6\|30}}
		\|ShortSummary = Adrustam shake hand iche lopu daridram hug ichindanta naakithe ekanga lip kiss petindhi Just as things get better for Arun at work, his personal life takes a turn for the worse. While tensions run high at work due to an important presentation, a family emergency beckons Arun back home. Shalini threatens to fire him if he leaves, but Pallavi buys him a plane ticket home. What will Arun do?
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		{{Episode list
		\|EpisodeNumber = 4
		\|Title = Modhatisaari...Maruvalendhi..!
		\|DirectedBy = Jonathan Edwards
		\|WrittenBy = Kittu Vissapragada
		\|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date\|df=yes\|2023\|6\|30}}
		\|ShortSummary = Shalini's presentation with the client runs into problems. Arun steps in and helps her out. Shalini and Arun win the account for the firm and the entire office celebrates. Shalini and Arun sneak off from the party and end up sharing a moment. Pallavi and Jai see them.
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		{{Episode list
		\|EpisodeNumber = 5
		\|Title = Nachithe Vadoloddu..
		\|DirectedBy = Jonathan Edwards
		\|WrittenBy = Kittu Vissapragada
		\|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date\|df=yes\|2023\|6\|30}}
		\|ShortSummary = Chacha meets Arun and gives him a few life lessons. Inspired, Arun comes back to office the next day, excited to have bagged a meeting with Karthik, the CEO. Although he doesnt end up meeting Karthik, Madhu gives him his offer letter. Arun's excitement quickly dies down when he realises that Pallavi has been sacked. He talks to Shalini to save Pallavi's position at the firm, but Pallavi leaves, disappointed with him.
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		== Reception ==
		123Telugu team wrote that "Arthamainda Arun Kumar is an attempt to depict the corporate world, but the show lacks the desired emotional depth. The lead cast did a good job, and there are a few relatable moments. But the show isn’t a satisfying watch altogether."<ref>{{Cite web \|date=2023-06-30 \|title=Arthamainda Arun Kumar Telugu Movie Review \|url=https://www.123telugu.com/reviews/arthamainda-arun-kumar-telugu-web-series-on-aha.html \|access-date=2023-07-23 \|website=123telugu.com \|language=en}}</ref> IndiaGlitz team reviewed the web-series writing "On the whole, Ardaminda Arun Kumar is a passable watch for the natural acting of Harshith Reddy and other key actors. The hurdles in the co-corporate world are showcased in a realistic manner which makes the show a passable watch during this weekend."<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Ardhamaindha Arun Kumar - Showcases the hurdles in corporate world review. Ardhamaindha Arun Kumar - Showcases the hurdles in corporate world Telugu Webseries review, story, rating \|url=https://www.indiaglitz.com/ardhamaindha-arun-kumar-showcases-the-hurdles-in-corporate-world-review-telugu-webseries-1688117575 \|access-date=2023-08-08 \|website=IndiaGlitz.com}}</ref>

		== References ==
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		== External links ==

		* {{IMDb title\|tt28020049}}
		* [https://www.aha.video/webseries/arthamainda-arun-kumar Arthamainda Arun Kumar on Aha]

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		[[Category:Indian drama television series]]
		[[Category:Indian drama web series]]
		[[Category:2023 web series debuts]]
		[[Category:2023 web series endings]]
		[[Category:Telugu-language web series]]

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