Satyamev Jayate (TV series) Jha from "The Times of India" commented on the show, "...though brave and thought provoking, was disappointing in its lack of genuine connectivity between the host and the victims of social atrocity. At the moment "Satyamev Jayate" looks like a product of elitist conscientiousness." Sheela Bhatt, from Rediff.com, commented that the format of "Satyameva Jayate" has to be more profound, and the big problem of the show is that it is on predictable lines. She went on conclude by requesting Khan to bring in some raw energy in the show. The show also received positive feedback from various eminent personalities
Satyamev Jayate (TV series) leading up to the premiere of the show. However, various sources reported the show to be based on "the common man" rather than being fictional. Also, based on its content, it was mostly referred as a talk show discussing social issues like child labour, health problems and other issues affecting the country. Khan, who is known for keeping secrecy for his movies, was quoted saying, "I don`t want to talk much about how the show will be, and about its format. I want everyone to see it directly on TV." However, commenting on the theme of the show, he said,