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Zindagi DTH unveils November lineup packed with iconic on-screen jodis
Mumbai: This November, Zindagi DTH captivates viewers with an exciting lineup featuring new dramas and cherished classics, celebrating iconic on-screen couples and compelling stories. With carefully curated programming, audiences are set for a month full of love, drama, and timeless jodis that will resonate deeply.
Leading the lineup is Be Aib, a fresh drama exploring the themes of family dynamics and resilience through love. The story follows Sadaf, a determined mother who interrupts her daughter Tooba’s engagement to Taimur after an accident, sparking emotional conflicts. Starring Samina Peerzada, Ismat Zaidi, and Tariq Jameel, Be Aib airs daily.
Back by popular demand, Dunk returns with its gripping narrative that tackles betrayal and justice when a student, Amal, accuses her professor, triggering unforeseen consequences. Featuring Bilal Abbas Khan, Sana Javed, Yasra Rizvi, and Noman Ejaz, this drama premieres on 30 November.
Laapata, another fan-favorite series, is set to return with its tale of unfulfilled love and the challenges born from flawed choices. The series, starring Sarah Khan, Ayeza Khan, Ali Rehman Khan, and Gohar Rasheed, will air from 29 November, blending serious themes with lighthearted moments.
The acclaimed Kabli Pulao streams from 9 November on Zindagi’s YouTube channel. This heartwarming drama, starring Mohammed Ehteshamuddin, Nadia Afgan, and Sabeena Farooq, follows Barbina, an Afghan widow finding new life in Pakistan, and showcases cross-cultural bonds with poignant storytelling.
Alishba Yousuf, who plays Tooba in Be Aib, reflected on her experience: “Working on *Be Aib*, sparks memories of times when I was so invested in playing Tooba. Her look, her dialogues, and conversations with Sameena Apa were all important. And because I try to deeply delve into my characters, I felt Tooba’s innocence, her quietness and her curiosity. It was a lovely experience and Sameena Apa was truly the best suited actor for Tooba’s Mom. She was amazing and as powerful as the character needed her to be. I remember learning something very important just by listening to her talk. Now that *Be Aib* is airing on Zee India, I wish all the best to each and every member of the team and hope that audiences in India can see the subtle nuances in Tooba’s story and enjoy it as much as we enjoyed creating it. I also do hope that the perseverance of girls like Tooba can be seen.”
Zindagi DTH’s programming this November continues with other beloved titles like Ishq Zehnaseeb, featuring Zahid Ahmed, Yumna Zaidi, Sami Khan, and Sonya Hussain, starting on 14th November. Aunn Zara, starring Maya Ali and Osman Khalid Butt, airs from 15 November. Watch O Rangreza with Bilal Abbas, Sajal Aly, and Noman Ijaz from 25 November, and enjoy Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha, featuring Wahaj Ali, Hania Aamir, and Zaviyar Nauman Ijaz, starting on 29 November.
Fans can also catch Cheaters as the Sunday blockbuster on 10 and 24 November, while the celebrated classic Humsafar, starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan, will be part of ‘Jashn-e-Superstar’ every Sunday until 24 November.
MUMBAI: Lights, camera… connection because this time, the game isn’t just about winning, it’s about who’s with you. Sony Pictures Networks India is gearing up to launch a new reality game show, Tum Ho Naa, expanding its unscripted slate with a format that promises both emotion and engagement.
The show will premiere soon on Sony Entertainment Television and stream on Sony LIV, with Rajeev Khandelwal stepping in as host. Known for his measured screen presence and selective choices, Khandelwal’s return to television adds a layer of familiarity and credibility to the upcoming format.
While specific details of the gameplay remain under wraps, the positioning suggests a reality format that leans as much on emotional resonance as it does on competition, an increasingly popular blend in Indian television, where audiences are gravitating towards content that offers both stakes and storytelling.
Khandelwal, reflecting on his return, noted that his choices have often been guided by instinct rather than convention, describing Tum Ho Naa as a project that feels “close to the heart”. His association also signals Sony’s continued focus on anchoring new formats with recognisable faces who bring both relatability and depth.
The launch comes at a time when broadcasters are doubling down on original non-fiction formats to drive appointment viewing, even as digital platforms expand parallel reach. By placing the show across both linear television and OTT, Sony appears to be aiming for a dual-audience strategy capturing traditional viewers while engaging digital-first consumers.
As the countdown to premiere begins, Tum Ho Naa positions itself not just as another game show, but as a reminder that sometimes, the biggest prize on screen isn’t the jackpot, it’s the journey shared along the way.
