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ZEE5 launches “Paper Rocket” series by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi
Mumbai: Paper Rocket is all set to launch on 29 July, 2022. The heart-warming tale is directed by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi and produced by Sreenidhi Sagar of Rise East Production.
Centred around human emotions, the series features Kalidas Jayaram and Tanya Ravichandran in lead roles, and takes a philosophical approach towards life and focuses on finding happiness in every aspect of life.
Not only has the remarkable music of Paper Rocket captivated everyone’s imagination, but its recently released trailer has left everyone awestruck. The trailer launch was billed as one of the biggest launch events ever for any web series, and was attended by the who’s who of the Chennai movie industry.
Speaking about the launch of the series, ZEE5 chief business officer Manish Kalra said, “After the success of the movie Veetla Vishesham, we are happy to add another gem – Paper Rocket – to our content library within the month of July. With great music, the series is a heart-warming tale that encapsulates the ups and downs of life. At ZEE5, our aim is to expand the entertainment canvas by providing the audience with content in a wide variety of genres. We are sure that Paper Rocket is another series that audiences will love.”
Adding to it, ZEEL chief cluster officer-South Siju Prabhakaran said, “The series on ZEE5 is consistently garnering a spectacular response. Directed by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi, it throws light on what life is all about. I am happy that it has come out very well. I hereby request members of the press and the audience to watch this series and extend their support.”
Director Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi is very excited about the premiere. He added, “Paper Rocket is special and close to my heart. The entire process of materialising this series endowed upon me an enjoyable experience. This series involves some of the biggest names in the industry. While series-based Thriller genres often become the cherry-pick for any OTT platform owing to its success graph, I would like to thank ZEE5 for banking trust on Paper Rocket and facilitating a wide release. Sreenidhi Sagar is the best producer I have worked with till date. The actors have elevated the intensity of the script with their phenomenal performances, and the technicians have adorned it with their impeccable contribution. Sound Design has played a prominent part in this series, and I thank Tapas Nayak sir for his wonderful work. I can assure you all that Paper Rocket will endow you with a good experience.”
Actor-producer Udhayanidhi Stalin said, “Firstly, I would like to thank ZEE5. This series will be a success, and I extend my advance wishes for its success to the entire cast and crew, who have been a part of it. Although Kiruthiga had lots of personal issues while making this series, she has done a great job by completing it successfully. This project is very dear to her and she really has exerted herself on this with a lot of hard work. She has made good, entertaining movies that have lots of importance for love and romance, but whenever I approach her asking if she has got any scripts for me, it would be just ‘crime-thrillers.’ I am glad her dedication has shaped this project. I wish everyone on the team great success in this series.”
Producer Sreenidhi Sagar said, “I thank my film crew for this movie for their earnest dedication to this project. As a producer, I am completely satisfied and happy with the way Paper Rocket has shaped up. Both the actors and technicians are the main reasons behind making this series achieve a fabulous output. I ask everyone to watch this series and support it.”
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Why Peaky Blinders is one of television’s biggest hits that still deserves more attention
Six seasons, multiple awards and the release of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man bring the Shelby saga back into the spotlight
In the crowded universe of streaming content, only a handful of shows manage to leave a lasting cultural footprint. Peaky Blinders is overwhelmingly considered one of the biggest global hits of the past decade. Yet many viewers still haven’t fully explored the dark, gripping world of the Shelby family.
Originally produced for the UK’s BBC and later finding a massive global audience through Netflix, the series quietly grew from a British period drama into a worldwide streaming phenomenon.
Created by Steven Knight, the show follows the rise of the Shelby crime family in post-First World War Birmingham. What begins as a gritty street-gang story gradually expands into a sweeping narrative about ambition, politics, power and survival.
At the centre of the saga is Thomas Shelby, portrayed with extraordinary depth by Cillian Murphy. The casting of Murphy is widely regarded as perfect for the role. With piercing eyes, restrained dialogue and an almost hypnotic screen presence, he transforms Shelby into one of the most unforgettable characters in modern screen storytelling.
Murphy’s brilliance lies in his restraint. He rarely shouts or performs theatrically. Instead, a quiet stare, a calculated pause or a subtle shift in expression conveys the emotional storms within the character. Beneath the ruthless gang leader is a war veteran carrying trauma, guilt and loneliness. Murphy captures this complexity with remarkable precision, making Thomas Shelby both terrifying and deeply human.
Beyond its central performance, Peaky Blinders stands out for its unfiltered portrayal of reality. The show does not romanticise crime. Instead, it exposes the harsh social conditions of early 20th-century Britain, from poverty and class struggle to political extremism and the psychological scars left by war.
The series also presents powerful female characters who hold their own within the Shelby empire. Polly Gray, played by Helen McCrory, is the strategic backbone of the family and one of the most formidable figures in the story. Women in the series shape decisions, influence power structures and challenge the rigid social norms of the time.
Across six seasons, the narrative grows dramatically in scale. What begins in the smoky streets of Birmingham evolves into a story involving political conspiracies, fascism and international criminal networks.
The series has also earned significant critical acclaim. It won the BAFTA Television Award for Best Drama Series in 2018 and multiple National Television Awards for Best Drama, cementing its reputation as one of Britain’s most celebrated modern shows.
Another defining feature of the series is its iconic music. The show’s opening theme, Red Right Hand by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, became instantly recognisable and widely associated with the Shelby universe. Combined with a powerful soundtrack featuring artists such as Arctic Monkeys and Radiohead, the music helped shape the show’s dark, stylish identity and became hugely popular among fans.
And the Shelby story is not over yet.
In fact, its legacy is unfolding right now. The long-awaited feature-length continuation, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, was released on March 6, 2026, bringing the Shelby universe from streaming screens to cinemas and giving fans a new chapter in the saga.
For viewers who have not yet stepped into this world, the timing could not be better.
Six gripping seasons are ready to binge on Netflix. A new film has just arrived in theatres. And at the heart of it all stands one of the most magnetic performances in modern drama by Cillian Murphy.
So if Peaky Blinders has been sitting on your watchlist for years, this weekend is your moment.
So, by order of the Peaky fookin’ Blinders, consider this your cue to finally step into the ruthless world of Thomas Shelby. Pour yourself a drink, clear your schedule and press the play button. Because when the Peaky Blinders give an order, you listen.
