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Jestination Unknown is a travel comedic series produced by Amazon Studios which follows India's well-known comedian and actor Vir Das as he travels across India with his fellow comedians Suresh Menon and Anu Menon. This show explores and celebrates the diverse cultures and traditions of various cities across India where comedy has been used as a tool for bringing people together.

Each episode of Jestination Unknown features the trio visiting a different destination in India with the goal of learning about the local culture and discovering humor within it. Along the way, they have conversations with locals, participate in local festivities and take on various challenges, all while offering their unique and hilarious perspectives on the places they visit.

One of the key features of the show is the genuinely heartfelt response of the trio to the local cultures they come into contact with. They emphasize how the essence of each culture they explored and shared in different parts of India is unique and vibrant. They take pride in their nation and its diversity that has enabled the growth of a plethora of cultures over the millennia.

In the first episode, the group travels to Leh, a small town in the Himalayas, where they explore the local Ladakhi culture and participate in the Hemis festival - a centuries-old tradition. Episode 2 takes them to Churu Rajasthan, where they discover the grand Haveli’s of Rajasthan and participate in local cow races. In episode 3 they go on a journey to Lucknow, known for the ‘Tehzeeb’ or the etiquette of social and cultural hospitality. There they get to explore the history and traditions of the city's transition from the Mughal era to British rule.

In the fourth episode, the trio visits Kerala, a state in the south of India, where they participate in traditional boat racing and enjoy the region's spice and seafood-rich cuisine. In episode 5, the group heads to Coorg, a small hill town in south India known for its coffee and lush green forests. This episode explores the truly peaceful forests, art forms, cultures and how deep down humans must preserve their natural resources.

While the format of the show remains consistent throughout each episode, the focus is primarily on exploring and sharing the different traditions that add color to India's vibrant culture. The comedians' presence provides a lighthearted and humorous backdrop that helps to bring the culture of India alive for the audience.

Jestination Unknown is a unique show that is part travelogue, part cultural celebration, and part comedy. It’s a show that brings a new perspective to travel, one that goes beyond typical tourist sites to explore the deeper aspects of India's people and culture. The show's focus on humor makes it enjoyable to watch for everyone, and it manages to break down the divide between different cultures and communities by showcasing the shared experiences that we all have in life.

Overall, Jestination Unknown is a series that will make you laugh, wonder and discover new things about different parts of India, and it’s a must-watch for anyone who loves seeking out and celebrating the rich cultural heritage that lies within this beautiful nation.

Jestination Unknown is a series that ran for 1 seasons (6 episodes) between October 17, 2019 and on Amazon Studios