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Indian star Siddharth has joined the cast as the lead opposite lead Freida Pinto for the Netflix hour-long family drama UNACCUSTOMED EARTH. UNACCUSTOMED EARTH is created by John Wells and Madhuri Shekar. The series will also be showrun by John Wells. Ritesh Batra will direct. Erica Saleh, Erin Jontow, and Nisha Ganatra are executive producing. Netflix has commissioned eight episodes of the series.

UNNACUSTOMED EARTH is "an epic, soapy, and culturally vibrant drama about a tight-knit Indian American community navigating love, desire, and belonging. Rich with nuance, passion, and unforgettable characters, ‘Unaccustomed Earth’ invites you into the elite and insular Indian American community of Cambridge, MA. When a star-crossed romance between a devoted wife and her long-lost love comes to light, a scandalous affair is born, and new battle lines are drawn in this intensely interconnected immigrant community." Principal photography begins August 2025 and runs through the end of the year.

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Siddharth is a highly acclaimed Indian actor, screenwriter, singer and producer whose career has spanned more than two decades and encompassed a wide range of film industries, including Tamil, Telugu and Hindi cinema. Known for his versatility both on and off the screen, he is also a gifted polyglot, fluent in seven languages, which has allowed him to connect with diverse audiences. He first burst into the spotlight with his remarkable debut in the Tamil film Boys, and soon after, he gained nationwide recognition for his impactful performance in the BAFTA-nominated Hindi film Rang De Basanti.

Over the years, Siddharth has cultivated a reputation as an artist who gravitates toward bold and unconventional projects. Rather than following formulaic paths, he has consistently sought out stories that reflect his sharp creative instincts and willingness to take risks. His filmography is a testament to this vision, balancing mainstream box-office successes with independent projects that have earned critical acclaim.

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Now, as he continues to expand his horizons, Siddharth is stepping into a new chapter of his career by entering the international arena. His first global signing with Netflix will see him star in the series adaptation of Unaccustomed Earth, a project that marks his debut in the American and global entertainment markets. With his rich experience, multilingual abilities and unique artistic voice, Siddharth is poised to make a powerful impression on international audiences while continuing to uphold the standard of excellence he has maintained throughout his career.