ZEE5 announces new films, series across seven languages; R Madhavan to host 'Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai 2.0'
Mumbai, July 19
ZEE5 has announced its biggest multilingual content slate yet, unveiling a wide range of films, web series and shows across seven Indian languages.
The streaming platform shared details of its upcoming Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Malayalam, Kannada and Bangla line-up at an event on Saturday.
The platform's upcoming slate includes original series, films, live sports, animation, kids' content and AI-powered storytelling. ZEE5 has also partnered with several production houses and filmmakers across different languages for its new projects, according to the release.
In Hindi, the platform has announced new original series such as Kambli, inspired by the life of former cricketer Vinod Kambli, The Scam: Leaked, Coffee King, Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai 2.0, hosted by R. Madhavan, and the return of Zee Horror Show. Popular franchises including Rangbaaz Season 4, Janaawar 2, and Bakaiti Season 2 are also part of the line-up.
The Hindi film slate includes Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, starring Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde and Mouni Roy, Bandar with Bobby Deol and Sanya Malhotra, Bharat Bhagya Vidhata starring Kangana Ranaut, Pooja Meri Jaan featuring Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi, Sarvgunn Sampann with Vaani Kapoor, Ghamasaan, Ikroop, and Dalimb.
The platform also announced several regional titles. Tamil viewers can look forward to Koose Munisamy Veerappan, Thadayam, Ananthakaalam, Thee Kural, Demonte Colony 3, Hi!, starring Nayanthara and Kavin, and Raawadi.
In Telugu, the slate includes Shrimathi, Objection Mylord, the return of Jayammu Nishchayammu Ra, and films such as Venky Anil 5, NBK111, and Vrushakarma.
Kannada audiences will get Ayyana Mane Season 2, Bitcoin Scam, Operation Bangara, and Karavali. Malayalam releases include A Queen, Malabar Cup, Kerala Underground, and Balan the Boy. Marathi viewers can expect Hey Kay Navin? Season 2, Aga Aai, Aaho Aai, Tumbadchi Manjula, and Bhootam Bhayam. In Bangla, the platform announced new seasons of Shwetkali and Lalbazaar, along with Aloor Dosh and Priyo Bondhu.
Apart from films and series, ZEE5 also announced its upcoming sports line-up, including FIFA, Bundesliga, ILT20 Season 5, and Tamil Nadu Kabaddi. The platform will also expand its animation and kids' catalogue with several new titles.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Nice to see regional content getting such a big push – Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam all in one slate! But honestly, I'm tired of same old biopics and sequels. Where's the original, fresh storytelling? ZEE5 needs to take more risks. Still, Thadayam sounds intriguing.
As someone who moved to India for work, I appreciate how platforms like ZEE5 are making content accessible across languages. The AI storytelling bit caught my eye – hope it's not just gimmick. Also, Bandar with Bobby Deol? Now that's unexpected casting! Let's see if it clicks.
Marathi content getting love! 'Aga Aai' and 'Tumbadchi Manjula' sound fun. But honestly, I wish they'd focus more on quality over quantity. Seven languages is ambitious, but many of these will just be average. The Scam: Leaked? Please don't mess up the franchise! 🤦♀️
I'm actually excited about the Kannada lineup – 'Bitcoin Scam' and 'Operation Bangara' sound like cool thrillers. But why is ZEE5 always playing catch-up with Amazon and Netflix? Need more unique concepts, not just remakes and biopics. Still, good to have options! 🍿
Respect to ZEE5 for backing Bangla content – 'Shwetkali' and 'Lalbazaar' have good followings. But eight new Hindi films? That's too many, they'll cannibalize each
We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.