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Zee Cinema presents the World Television Premiere of the gripping Mangalavaar
Mumbai: When suspense and adrenaline are in harmony, it creates cutting-edge entertainment for the audience and ‘Mangalavaar’ is an accurate representation of that. Directed by Ajay Bhupathi, who is known for his powerful storytelling, this movie brings a fresh and intense plot line to the screen, blending captivating elements intriguingly. Zee Cinema fuels your family’s watch list with the World Television Premiere of the highly acclaimed and thrilling ‘Mangalavaar’, starring the amazing Payal Rajput, Nanditha Swetha, Ajay Ghosh in pivotal roles on this Friday, 9 August at 8 PM.
Payal Rajput – “As an actor, working on ‘Mangalavaar’ has been an incredible journey. The story is compelling, and the entire team has put in a tremendous effort to bring it to life. I remember experiencing chills when Director Ajay Bhupathi Sir was narrating the story. Filming for this project was difficult but I was clear in my mind that I am going to give it my all. I’m excited for the audience to experience this film and hope they connect with it as much as we did while making it.”
Ajay Bhupathi – “As someone from a small village, the night backdrop of fields and barren lands always scared me. Since becoming a director, I’ve wanted to make a film set at night so when the idea for Mangalavaar came to me, my film’s backdrop was perfect. The film is set in a village where crazy incidents occur every Tuesday. It’s an engaging narrative and the dedication of the cast and crew has been extraordinary. Reuniting with Payal after RX 100 for this thriller was exciting. We’ve poured our hearts into this film, and I believe the audience will feel that passion. The story resonates on many levels, and I can’t wait for everyone to see it”.
The gripping tale of ‘Mangalavaar’ is a cinematic gem that’s like a maze of intrigue! The plot’s twists and turns are nothing short of awe-inspiring, that will keep the audience hooked from start to finish. Its storyline is based on revelations unfolding a tale of deaths occurring in a village every Tuesday. The film offers something for everyone, blending thrilling adventures with thought-provoking themes of faith, relationships, and morality, all set within a mystical and enchanting atmosphere.
Hindi
Zee5 and Applause Entertainment team up for whodunnit ‘Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa’
Rajat Kapoor directs star-studded murder mystery streaming from 10 April.
MUMBAI: Zee5 is serving up another killer collaboration and this time, the murder mystery comes with a generous side of dark humour and family dysfunction. The streaming platform has partnered with Applause Entertainment and Mithya Talkies to bring Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a fresh, twisted whodunnit written and directed by acclaimed filmmaker and actor Rajat Kapoor. The film will stream exclusively on Hindi Zee5 from 10 April.
The movie reimagines the classic murder mystery genre with a contemporary, darkly comic edge. It revolves around a group of friends and family who smile, drink, and celebrate together until the silence snaps and long-buried secrets spill out. The stellar ensemble cast includes Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, Waluscha De Sousa, Saurabh Shukla, Chandrachoor Rai, Neil Bhoopalam, Koel Purie, Palomi Ghosh, and Rajat Kapoor himself.
This latest offering continues the successful partnership between Zee5 and Applause Entertainment, which has previously delivered diverse hits such as Mithya, Bloody Brothers, and Jab Khuli Kitaab.
&TV Business Head of hindi Zee5 and chief channel officer Kaveri Das said, “Our collaboration with Applause Entertainment has consistently delivered distinct, high-impact storytelling. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a natural progression, reinforcing our focus on genre-led content with a compelling whodunnit premise and a strong ensemble cast.”
Applause Entertainment business head for movies Sunil Chainani added, “This film adds yet another compelling layer to our slate with Rajat Kapoor’s unmistakable voice.”
Rajat Kapoor shared, “What interested me was not just the mechanics of a whodunnit, but the emotional violence that precedes physical violence. These are people who smile at each other, but there’s so much that is not said.”
The film promises razor-sharp writing, layered performances, and simmering tension, inviting viewers not just to solve the crime but to unravel the complex relationships at its heart.
If you love a good murder mystery served with wit and emotional depth, Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa looks set to be your next addictive watch. Mark your calendars, the whodunnit drops on Hindi Zee5 from 10 April.
