Aashram (2020) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Sexual assault is a recurring and central theme, with Baba Nirala preying on female devotees after intoxicating them. While explicit nudity is blurred or not shown, scenes depict thrusting, implied rape, and women in distress. There are also instances of suggestive dancing, cleavage, and discussions of prostitution and sexual favors used for political gain. A new illicit affair within the Aashram is shown.

This season contains strong and graphic violence. Murders occur, including a character being killed in the ashram. Physical assaults, beatings, and threats are frequent. Characters are sometimes shown injured or in pain. The violence is often connected to Baba Nirala's efforts to maintain control and silence opposition, including politically motivated attacks.

Profanity is severe and frequently used throughout the season by various characters, including Hindi expletives and derogatory terms, reflecting the tense and corrupt environment. The language often accompanies aggressive confrontations or expressions of anger and frustration.

Drug abuse is depicted with Baba Nirala and his associates using and distributing cocaine-laced sweets to incapacitate women for sexual assault. Characters are also frequently shown drinking alcohol and smoking, particularly Baba and his aide Bhopa, often in casual settings or while discussing illicit activities. The drug trade within the ashram is a significant plot point.

The core themes revolve around religious deception, corruption, and the abuse of power. Innocent individuals, particularly women, are manipulated, trafficked, and sexually exploited under the guise of faith. Political intrigue, blackmail, and criminal enterprises run by Baba Nirala's ashram are prominent, highlighting themes of injustice, trauma, and the struggle for truth against powerful oppressors. There are scenes depicting the aftermath of sexual assault and the psychological distress of the victims.