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{{Short description|A webseries by Sri Prawin Kumar for Aha Video}}
{{Use Indian English|date=May 2023}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=May 2023}}
{{Infobox television
| producer = T. G. Vishwa Prasad<br>Vivek Kuchibhotla
| country = India
| language = Telugu
| genre = [[Political drama]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Newsense Web Series Review: Navdeep, Bindu Madhavi Earnest Act Add Depth To This Political Drama |url=https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/reviews/newsense-web-series-review-navdeep-bindu-madhavi-earnest-act-add-depth-to-this-political-drama-rating-cast-aha-telugu-show-review-100168716 |access-date=2023-06-30 |website=Zoom TV |language=en}}</ref>
| music = Suresh Bobblli
| creator = Sri Prawin Kumar
| writer =
| director = Sri Prawin Kumar
| starring =
| editor = Srinivas Bainaboyina
| camera =
| num_seasons = 1
| num_episodes = 6
| company = People Media Factory
| network = [[Aha (streaming service)|Aha]]
| first_aired = {{Start date|df=y|2023|05|12}}<ref>{{Cite web |last=Govardhan |first=Maragani |title=Newsense OTT Release: న్యూసెన్స్ ఓటీటీ రిలీజ్ డేట్ ఫిక్స్.. ఎప్పుడొస్తుందంటే? |url=https://telugu.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/newsense-web-series-ott-release-date-fix-when-and-where-to-watch-121683390921068.html |access-date=2023-06-30 |website=Hindustantimes Telugu |language=te}}</ref>
| last_aired = present
| image = Newsense-aha-webseries.jpg
}}

'''Newsense'''<ref>{{Cite news |title='Newsense' Telugu Trailer: Navdeep, Bindu Madhavi Starrer 'Newsense' Official Trailer |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/web-series/telugu/newsense-telugu-trailer-navdeep-bindu-madhavi-starrer-newsense-official-trailer/videoshow/100070183.cms |access-date=2023-06-28 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> is a Telugu-language web series that is directed by Sri Pravin Kumar<ref>{{Cite web |last=IANS |date=2023-03-22 |title=Newsense Season 1 Director Sri Pravin Says, "The Series Is A Searing Look At The Harsh Realities..." Raising Important Questions About The Role Of Media In Society |url=https://www.koimoi.com/television/newsense-season-1-director-sri-pravin-says-the-series-is-a-searing-look-at-the-harsh-realities-raising-important-questions-about-the-role-of-media-in-society/ |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=Koimoi |language=en-US}}</ref> and stars [[Navdeep]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Navdeep: Newsense is definitely relevant to the times we are living in |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/telugu/interviews/2023/may/09/navdeep-newsense-is-definitely-relevant-to-the-times-we-are-living-in-43229.html |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> and [[Bindu Madhavi]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-05-12 |title=Newsense Web Series Review: Navdeep, Bindu Madhavi Bring Out The Ugly Truth Of Political Journalism |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/newsense-review-newsense-imdb-rating-navdeep-bindu-madhavi-bring-out-the-ugly-truth-of-political-journalism-article-100164053 |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=TimesNow |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-05-12 |title=Newsense Review: న్యూసెన్స్ రివ్యూ.. మీడియా బ్యాక్ డ్రాప్ పొలిటికల్ డ్రామాలో ట్విస్టులు |url=https://telugu.news18.com/news/movies/navdeep-bindu-madhavi-newsense-movie-review-and-rating-slb-1804852.html |access-date=2023-06-30 |website=News18 Telugu |language=te}}</ref> It was produced by People Media Factory for [[Aha (streaming service)|Aha]] and premiered on May 12, 2023. Newsense has been praised for its strong performances, its sharp writing, and its timely subject matter. The series has also been a commercial success, with over 200 million<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sistu |first=Suhas |date=2023-06-11 |title=OTT: Aha’s ‘Newsense’ reaches 200 million streaming minutes |url=https://www.thehansindia.com/cinema/tollywood/ott-ahas-newsense-reaches-200-million-streaming-minutes-802239 |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=www.thehansindia.com |language=en}}</ref> streaming minutes in its first month.

== Cast ==

* [[Navdeep]] as Shiva
* [[Bindu Madhavi]] as Neela
* Ramesh Konambhotla as Eswar
* Mahima Srinivas
* Shelly Nabu Kumar
* Nanda Gopal

== Plot ==
The series revolves around the lines of “Dabbuki Media Daasohama” where a young journalist named Shiva(Navdeep) who is trying to make a name for himself in the world of media. He gets a job at a new news channel called Newsense, which is run by a ruthless businessman. Shiva and his journalist friends make money unethically in Madanapally by publishing false news stories and colluding with local politicians who control the town.

Shiva is faced with a difficult choice: he can either stay silent and keep his job, or he can speak out against Siddhartha and risk losing everything. He eventually decides to speak out, and his actions lead to a series of events that shake the foundations of the media industry.

== Episodes ==
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 1
|Title = Fourth Estate
|ShortSummary = MLA Karunakaran Reddy and his party members are involved in election campaigning, while journalist Shiva is engaged in taking settlements. Ayyappa, who has a land issue, visits Shiva to file a complaint with the press club. Amidst all this, will shiva help him in seeking justice?
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 2
|Title = Whitewash
|ShortSummary = Karunakar Reddy punishes Subbayya's grand-daughter for defacing his political poster with mud water. She demands that the press club reveal her grandfather's killers. Meanwhile, Shiva arrives at the channel office to meet Neela. Will their encounter shed light on the mystery surrounding Subbayya's death?
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 3
|Title = Coverage
|ShortSummary = Ayyappa passes away as his land issue remained unresolved, and the journalist Shiva takes on the case. Shiva investigates the circumstances surrounding Ayyappa's death, gathering evidence and following the leads. During the investigation, Shiva comes across some surprising clues that lead the case in unexpected directions. What are these clues?
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 4
|Title = Limelight
|ShortSummary = Shiva reflects on the death of Ayyappa following a fake encounter, prompting a significant shift in his thinking. Ayyappa's wife's words stay with him, causing him to confront his past. However, Nagireddy sends people to attack Shiva, putting his survival in question. Will Shiva be able to make it out alive?
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 5
|Title = The Glare
|ShortSummary = In the aftermath of Nagareddy's attack, Shiva is hospitalized and Suvarchala visits him. The new police sub-inspector, Edwin, arrests Karunakar Reddy's associates. While investigating, Shiva discovers a dead body with an unknown identity and cause of death.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 6
|Title = Watch Dog
|ShortSummary = Inspector Edwin tightens things up at the press club and with MLA Karunakar Reddy after taking charge. Karunakar Reddy and Shiva team up and plan something unexpected. Can Edwin come out of it?
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== Soundtrack ==
The [[film score]] and [[soundtrack album]] of the film is composed by Suresh Bobbili. The music rights were acquired by [[Aditya Music]].<ref>{{Cite news |title=Newsense {{!}} Song - Myneeru Pillagada |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/music/telugu/newsense-song-myneeru-pillagada/videoshow/100004088.cms |access-date=2023-06-30 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
{{Track listing
| headline =
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| title1 = Myneeru Pillagada
| length1 = 3:22
| lyrics1 = Penchal Das
| extra1 = Hari Teja
}}

== Reception ==
Newsense garnered mixed reviews. 123telugu.com rated it 3.5 out of 5 stars,<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-05-12 |title=OTT Review: Newsense S1: Telugu web series on Aha |url=https://www.123telugu.com/reviews/newsense-telugu-movie-review.html |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=123telugu.com |language=en}}</ref> praising the performances but criticizing its slow pace and weak plot. [[The Hindu]] gave it 3 out of 5 stars,<ref>{{Cite news |date=2023-05-12 |title=‘Newsense’ Telugu web series review: Navdeep embraces the grey shades in this partially gritty tale of media and politics |language=en-IN |work=The Hindu |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/newsense-telugu-web-series-review-navdeep-bindu-madhavi-in-a-partially-gritty-tale/article66838612.ece |access-date=2023-06-28 |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> commending the sharp writing and thought-provoking themes, but noting inconsistent execution. [[Times of india]] rated it 3.5 out of 5 stars,<ref>{{Cite news |title=Newsense Season 1 Review : An intriguing series exploring the nexus between politics and journalism |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/web-series/reviews/telugu/newsense/newsense-season-1/seasonreview/100176653.cms |access-date=2023-06-28 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> appreciating its realistic portrayal of the media industry but finding it too long. [[Telangana Today]] rated it 3 out of 5 stars,<ref>{{Cite web |last=Today |first=Telangana |date=2023-05-13 |title=Newsense Web Series Review: Good story but bad execution |url=https://telanganatoday.com/newsense-web-series-review-good-story-but-bad-execution |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=Telangana Today |language=en-US}}</ref> highlighting the interesting premise but noting slow pacing and lack of direction.

Various news outlets covered different aspects of Newsense. The trailer was described as dark and gritty by Times of India. Navdeep, in an interview with Cinema Express, praised the series for exploring important themes. An article by Koimoi focused on director Sri Pravin's aim to challenge audience thinking. Times Now News highlighted the series' strong performances and thought-provoking themes, as well as its achievement of 200 million streaming minutes. The Hans India published a PR article celebrating its commercial success and critical acclaim.

Overall, Newsense received mixed reviews, with praise for performances and themes, but criticism for pacing, execution, and direction. Despite this, the series achieved commercial success and resonated with current times.

==References==
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== External links ==
* {{IMDb title|tt26494170}}
* [https://www.aha.video/webseries/newsense Newsense on Aha]

[[Category:Aha (streaming service) original programming]]
[[Category:Indian drama television series]]
[[Category:Indian drama web series]]
[[Category:2023 web series debuts]]
[[Category:Telugu-language web series]]

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