Erica Fernandes, Gashmeer Mahajani lead '108 Base Hospital – Uri' on COLORS
Synopsis
COLORS is betting on patriotic sentiment and star power this Independence Day — Erica Fernandes and Gashmeer Mahajani front an army medical drama that puts military doctors, not soldiers, at the centre of the war story. '108 Base Hospital – Uri' premieres 15 August 2026 and targets a prime-time Saturday–Sunday slot on both linear TV and JioHotstar.
Key Takeaways
COLORS launches '108 Base Hospital – Uri' on 15 August 2026 — Independence Day — at 8:00 PM .
Erica Fernandes plays Dr.
Major Naina and Gashmeer Mahajani plays Dr.
The series is produced by Epic Company and A-Game Entertainment .
It will air Saturday–Sunday on both COLORS and JioHotstar .
The show focuses on military medical personnel — doctors, nurses, and paramedics — serving near Uri .
Erica Fernandes and Gashmeer Mahajani headline COLORS' new army medical drama '108 Base Hospital – Uri', premiering on 15 August 2026 — Independence Day — at 8:00 PM on COLORS and JioHotstar. The series, produced by Epic Company and A-Game Entertainment, chronicles the lives of military doctors, nurses, and medical personnel stationed at an army base hospital near Uri, fighting a relentless battle to save wounded soldiers.
The Cast and Characters
Fernandes plays Dr. Major Naina, a soldier-doctor navigating the dual weight of military duty and medical responsibility. Gashmeer Mahajani portrays Dr. Major Aniruddh, whose daily mission is keeping alive those who risk their lives for the nation. The ensemble also includes Nikkhil Khurana as Major Sameer Dixit, Ayoshi Talukdar as Dr. Captain Mili Banerjee, Hiten Tejwani as Dr. Col Suryakant Thakur, and Smita Bansal as Lt Col Principal Matron Kavita Jha.
What Erica Fernandes Said
Fernandes spoke about the resonance of her character, saying: 'The very first thought that crossed my mind when I read this script was the kind of positive impact a character like Dr. Major Naina could have. I genuinely believe that every single time we see a strong, fiercely empowered woman on screen, it's a massive win for all of us. What makes Dr. Major Naina even more inspiring is that she wears two uniforms in one; she carries the responsibility of a soldier and the compassion of a doctor. She isn't just protecting lives; she's also healing them, and that sense of duty makes her incredibly special.'
Gashmeer Mahajani on Playing an Army Doctor
Mahajani described the role as a personal and professional milestone: 'What an absolute honour it is to have the show premiere on Independence Day! '108 Base Hospital – Uri' is an emotional outlet for everything I've learned about duty, survival, and family; playing Dr. Major Aniruddh is an immense responsibility. My character is someone whose daily job is to save the lives of those brave individuals who willingly lay down their lives for our nation. It is a noble privilege to shed light on these unsung warriors through the craft that means everything to me! In the show, courage is not a typical display of gallantry; here it is the daily practice of being a nurturer for those who are at their most vulnerable.'
Broadcast Details and Significance
The show airs Saturday–Sunday at 8:00 PM on COLORS and JioHotstar. Its Independence Day premiere is a deliberate creative and promotional choice — positioning the series as a tribute to the armed forces medical corps, a segment of military service rarely depicted in mainstream Indian television. This comes amid a broader wave of patriotic content timed to the Independence Day 2026 window across streaming and broadcast platforms.
Point of View
But its angle — army doctors rather than frontline combatants — is relatively fresh for Indian primetime television. The dual-platform strategy across COLORS and JioHotstar signals the broadcaster's intent to capture both traditional and streaming audiences simultaneously. Whether the show sustains beyond the patriotic sentiment of its launch week will depend on how well it builds character depth beyond the uniform — something Indian medical dramas have historically struggled to do past their opening episodes.
NationPress
12 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is '108 Base Hospital – Uri' about?
'108 Base Hospital – Uri' is an Indian television drama series set in an army base hospital near Uri, following military doctors, nurses, and medical personnel who work to save wounded soldiers. It premieres on 15 August 2026 on COLORS and JioHotstar.
Who stars in '108 Base Hospital – Uri'?
The series stars Erica Fernandes as Dr. Major Naina and Gashmeer Mahajani as Dr. Major Aniruddh, supported by Nikkhil Khurana, Ayoshi Talukdar, Hiten Tejwani, and Smita Bansal in key roles.
When and where can viewers watch '108 Base Hospital – Uri'?
The show premieres on 15 August 2026 — Independence Day — and airs every Saturday and Sunday at 8:00 PM on COLORS and JioHotstar.
Who has produced '108 Base Hospital – Uri'?
The series is backed by Epic Company along with A-Game Entertainment.
What makes '108 Base Hospital – Uri' different from other army dramas?
Unlike most Indian military dramas that centre on combat, '108 Base Hospital – Uri' focuses on the medical corps — doctors and nurses who operate under battlefield conditions. The show highlights what its cast describes as the 'unsung warriors' of the armed forces.
