Is Farzi Inspired By Breaking Bad? What It Is Actually About?

Counterfeiting has been the subject of a number of popular crime dramas, both on television and in film. Farzi is one such series that has generated attention and delves deep into the world of counterfeiting.

The gripping series follows the story of a passionate artist who uses his creative expertise to create counterfeit currencies. He was compelled to start making fake currencies in order to save his grandfather’s printing press, but his compulsion quickly turned into greed—greed to enrich himself and live a lavish lifestyle.

Through this series, viewers are able to gain a deeper understanding of the complex issues surrounding counterfeiting, which include the economic, political, and social implications of the crime. The series is popular due to its engaging cast and interesting plot. According to rumors, Farzi drew inspiration for the series from the all-time greatest series, Breaking Bad.

In this article, we will find out whether Farzi is inspired by Breaking Bad or not, and we will also explore the Farzi series closely by examining the key themes and characters that make the series so compelling.

Is Farzi Inspired By Breaking Bad?

The creators of the Farzi series have not publicly stated whether the show was inspired by Breaking Bad or not. However, based on the themes of the shows, it is possible that Breaking Bad may have influenced the creation of Farzi to some extent.

Both shows involve a normal but creative protagonist who becomes involved in illegal activities. Both protagonists suffer the consequences of their actions by having their personal lives and relationships worsen. In Breaking Bad, Walter got into the business of selling drugs because of his family, and in Farzi, Sunny got into the business of making fake currencies due to his grandpa (Nanu).

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According to a Twitter post posted by India Wants to Know: India’s First Panel Quiz Show, Farzi has a total of nine similarities with Breaking Bad. The following are some of the major similarities in this Twitter post that lead us to believe Farzi is inspired by Breaking Bad:

1. In both series, the protagonists use a member of the police force to stay ahead of law enforcement. In Breaking Bad, Walter used Hank, who is a relative of Walter, and in Farzi, Sunny uses Megha, who is an RBI analyst.
2. In both series, the protagonist is accompanied by a trusted ally, whose character in the series is funny and enthralling. In Breaking Bad, Walter was accompanied by Jessie, and in Farzi, Sunny was accompanied by Firoz.
3. Some scenes in both series are common, like in Farzi, where Firoz and Sunny were seen sitting on a huge pile of currencies; similarly, in Breaking Bad, Jesse and Huell were also seen lying on a huge pile of currencies.
4. In both series, the protagonist leaves a special mark to get recognized. In Breaking Bad, Walter was known for his blue-colored meth, and in Frazi, Sunny leaves his signature (S) on every currency he makes.
5. In both series, the protagonists were not guilty of the illegal activities they were doing and were seen enjoying themselves while doing them.
6. In both series, there is a villain who first provides aid and protection to the protagonists, but later in the series, they turn their back on them. In Breaking Bad, the villain is Gus Fring, who is a big supplier of meth, and in Farzi, Manssor Dalal has a big network supplying fake currencies in neighboring countries of India.

Ratings: Farzi

The show has 8.6 ratings out of 10 on IMDb. Check the analytical data below:

Ratings: Breaking Bad

The show has a rating of 9.5 out of 10. Check the images below:

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