~From NBK111, Vrushakarma and January 12 Vidudhala to Panchanama and Jayammu Nishchayammu Ra 2, Telugu Zee 5 brings together bold, homegrown stories that speak to the heart of South India~
Aug 30: At Zee 5, the belief is simple: India’s entertainment future will be shaped by the strength of its many languages and the creators who continue to push creative boundaries. Today, Telugu Zee 5 is taking its content offering to the next level with an expansive slate that spans iconic franchises, original series, marquee films, strategic partnerships, and a wider range of entertainment experiences than ever before. With one of the industry’s most loyal and discerning audiences, Telugu entertainment has consistently struck a balance between cultural authenticity and creative innovation. This unique blend has paved the way for a rich and diverse storytelling ecosystem, fostering stories that resonate deeply with audiences while continually redefining the conventions of popular entertainment.
Telugu Zee 5's new slate is strengthened by collaborations with some of the industry's most established names, including Vyjayanthi Movies, Sukumar Writings, Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra (SVCC), Prime Show Entertainment, Shine Screens, Vriddhi Cinemas, Manam Enterprises LLP, Birla Studios, Temple Town Pictures, Udaya Bhanu Productions and Sri Chakra Movies LLP. The Originals slate features Shrimathi starring Nivetha Thomas, and Panchanama starring Bharath Niwas and Sivaji Raja alongside the return of audience favourite Jayammu Nishchayammu Ra 2, hosted by Jagapathi Babu. The cinema slate, meanwhile, brings together a compelling lineup of films, including Lenin, directed by Murali Kishore Abburu and starring Akhil Akkineni and Bhagyashri Borse; NBK111, directed by Gopichand Malineni and starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and Kajal Aggarwal; January 12 Vidudhala, directed by Anil Ravipudi and starring Venkatesh Daggubati and Nandamuri Kalyan Ram; Vrushakarma, directed by Karthik Varma Dandu and starring Chaitanya Akkineni and Meenakshi Chaudhary; and Kanaka Durga, directed by Pradeep Maddali and starring Allari Naresh and Kajal Choudhary. Further expanding the platform's offering is a dubbed film catalogue comprising Jananayagan, Hi, Demonte Colony 2, A Queen and Veerappan 2.
Lloyd C. Xavier, Business Head Tamil, Telugu & Malayalam Zee 5, said, “Telugu audiences have always been open to stories that are unconventional while still staying true to the emotions and authenticity they connect with. Over the years, the relationships we have built with creators, production houses and audiences have given us a strong understanding of what resonates in the market, and that thinking has shaped this slate. From the return of Jayammu Nishchayammu Ra 2 to originals like Shrimathi and Panchanama, this slate brings together familiar favourites and new stories for Telugu audiences. Each title has a distinct voice and perspective, reflecting our commitment to stories that are bold, fresh and deeply engaging, while remaining rooted in the emotions that Telugu audiences connect with most.”
Beyond originals and films, the platform is expanding its entertainment offering through AI-powered storytelling with titles such as Garuda, Vikram Vetal, Shiv Sati, Chandrakanta, Tirupati Balaji, Narmada and Ram Anjanay Yudh. The slate is further complemented by kids' titles Barbarik and Kundaka Mandakka, alongside a growing live sports portfolio featuring FIFA, Bundesliga, Coppa Italia and ILT20.
The boldest entertainment from South India comes alive on Telugu Zee 5, with something for everyone, across formats and viewing preferences.
