English Entertainment
Striking the right cord, ‘The Reunion’ trailer grabs 1.7 million Youtube and 1.2 million Facebook views
Mumbai, April 26, 2018: The most talked about trailer this week is The Zoom Studio’s first original show, The Reunion…Jab They Met Again. Slated to premiere on Saturday, April 28 @7:30pm, the show has the young and talented Karishma Kohli making her debut as director of the show. Karishma has assisted Kabir Khan on many blockbusters including Ek Tha Tiger, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Tubelight and New York etc. The trailer of The Reunion… Jab They Met Again has already grabbed 1.7 million YouTube views & on Facebook, it has engaged 1.2 million audiences due to its cinematic-like narrative with high production values and visual appeal.
Besides a promising compelling plot, the actors associated are great performers and have a huge fan following. The show features some talented young actors from the entertainment industry as a part of the star cast including young and quirky actress and model Sapna Pabbi (Breath, The Trip, 24, Khamoshiyan), talented Veer Rajwant Singh (What The Folks, Little Things), the popular face in ad-land Shreya Dhanwanthary (Ladies Room) and the dashing actor seen on TV and ad films Anuj Sachdeva (Sabki Laadli Bebo).
‘The Reunion… Jab They Met Again’ is a 10-episode finite series from The Zoom Studios and will air every Saturday at 7: 30 PM. It is about a group of friends from Bourbon High’s class of 2008 who reunite after 10 years at a hill station where unresolved issues surface and play the party spoiler highlighting the fact that sometimes to look forward, it’s important to rewind and see how far you’ve come.
Director Karishma Kohli says, “The response is very heart-warming and encouraging especially since it’s my first as a director. The concept of The Reunion is relatable to each one of us and the cast have played their roles to perfection in bringing alive the characters. I can’t wait for the premiere and look forward to audience response on the show.”
Anuj Sachdeva says, “I am extremely thrilled with the positive feedback the trailer has received. We had a great time shooting for the show in Panchgani. I am pretty sure people will enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed making it. I’m sure most will start planning their own reunion after watching this show.”
Sapna Pabbi commented, “When I read the script of the show, I was just blown away. The friends that one makes at high school last a lifetime and I truly felt that I could easily connect to the content and relate to my character. I’m sure the show will get a massive response.”
Veer Rajwant Singh says, “This has been an unforgettable journey. Frankly, I’m little nervous and excited at the same time. I’m looking forward to genuine feedback and hopefully everyone will love it.”
Shreya Dhanwanthary commented, “We have worked with all our heart and soul for this show. I’m sure people will relate a lot with the Reunion. I can’t wait for 28th April and I wish it’ll get an immense response from the audiences.”
English Entertainment
ZEE5 UK partners Narrative Entertainment to add UK channels
Six FAST channels added as platform sharpens hybrid play in Britain
LONDON: ZEE5 UK struck a first-of-its-kind deal with Narrative Entertainment, bringing mainstream UK television channels onto an Indian streaming platform as it pushes to deepen its footprint in a crowded, mature market.
The partnership adds six of Narrative’s FAST channels to the service, including Great! Movies, Great! Romance, Great! Mystery and kids brands POP, Tiny Pop and POP UP, widening ZEE5 UK’s appeal across genres and age groups.
The move reflects a clear shift in strategy. ZEE5 UK is betting on a hybrid model that blends on-demand content with curated, always-on channels to drive discovery and increase time spent on the platform.
“This partnership represents a meaningful evolution in how we serve audiences in mature markets like the UK, where viewers are defined by habits, convenience and choice rather than geography or language alone,” said Parul Goel, territory head, Europe, Zee Entertainment. “By bringing trusted mainstream UK channels together with our premium originals, movies and kids’ content, we are building a more consumer-centric platform that simplifies viewing while increasing depth and relevance.”
Fateha Begum, commercial director, Narrative Entertainment, said the tie-up would fuel growth for both sides. “Our portfolio of quality programming, with such wide and enduring appeal, is a perfect complement to ZEE5 UK. This is a strong partnership that will support growth for both parties, and we share Zee Entertainment’s vision of an increasingly partnership-led future for the industry.”
ZEE5’s global library spans over 4,000 films and more than 500 originals, with over 130 new titles added annually. The addition of Narrative’s channels strengthens its kids offering and introduces genre-led linear experiences alongside its on-demand catalogue.
The deal also gives Narrative access to ZEE5 UK’s fast-growing user base, extending reach without diluting brand identity, while reinforcing ZEE5 UK’s network of more than 40 live channels.
As streaming wars intensify, ZEE5 UK is widening its playbook, blending content, convenience and partnerships in a bid to win screen time in one of the world’s toughest markets.
