ffmpeg -i file.mkv -map 0:s:0 subs.srt :
It looks like you're referencing a file naming convention for a TV series release — specifically (the trailing "V..." likely indicates a version tag from a release group). The.Recruit.S01.720p.x264.Hindi.English.Esubs.V...
ffmpeg -i file.mkv -map 0:v -map 0:a:1 -c copy output_english_only.mkv (Adjust a:1 to the correct audio stream index – check with ffprobe ) ffmpeg -i file
: Use MKVToolNix GUI → add video + .srt → mux. 9. Summary Checklist ✅ Player → VLC (desktop/mobile) ✅ Audio → Switch to Hindi or English as needed ✅ Subtitles → Enable English track ✅ TV playback → Use Plex or HDMI from laptop ✅ Problem file → Remux with MKVToolNix or re-encode with HandBrake Summary Checklist ✅ Player → VLC (desktop/mobile) ✅
If you provide the (including the V... part), I can identify the release group and tell you exactly what container, subtitle format, and audio codecs to expect.