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This episode introduces the series’ anti-hero: (Anirban Bhattacharya), a suave, English-educated gangster who controls Dhanbad’s illegal mining trade. Neel is not a typical goon—he quotes Shakespeare, listens to classic rock, and dislikes unnecessary violence. However, when the local MLA pressures him, Neel orders a retaliatory strike. The “blue scarab” is revealed as Neel’s signature mark. Meanwhile, Meghna gets too close to the truth and is abducted by Neel’s men. Ishaan, now suspended for refusing to take bribes, goes rogue. Episode 3: Coal Dust and Blood Runtime: 48 minutes

★★★★☆ (4/5) Binge-Worthiness: High. Where to watch: Hoichoi (legally). Have you watched Dhanbad Blues? Share your thoughts on Episode 6’s cliffhanger in the comments below. And if you’re looking for similar shows, try “Bhalo Theko” or “Indu” on Hoichoi. Article last updated: May 2026 Word count: ~1,850 words dhanbad+blues+2018+season+1+all+episodes+e

4.2/5 IMDb Rating: 7.8/10 (based on 1.2k ratings) The “blue scarab” is revealed as Neel’s signature mark

Three reasons: 1) The blue scarab symbol, 2) The melancholic (blue) tone of the series, 3) A thematic connection to the blues music genre that plays during key scenes (e.g., B.B. King’s “The Thrill Is Gone” in Episode 5). Episode 3: Coal Dust and Blood Runtime: 48

No real-life single story, but the coal mafia activities depicted are inspired by the 2014 National Green Tribunal reports on illegal mining in Dhanbad and the infamous 2012 Asansol coal scam.

The series does not provide easy answers. It ends, like the coal fires beneath Jharia, still burning. For those searching for “Dhanbad Blues 2018 Season 1 all episodes,” your journey ends not with a tidy finale, but with a brilliant, unresolved masterpiece.