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Friday, April 19, 2024

New Series Alert: Never Late For Love Coming This May To Zee One

Zee One, a freemium based TV channel operated by Zee Entertainment Enterprises that distributes various content from India is set to rollout a new series Never Late For Love. Known as Tu Tevha Tashi in the Marathi language is a romcom for the oldies.

The plot revolves around two people in their forties who have experienced many ups and downs in their lives. Anamika Dixit and Saurabh Patwardhan were college classmates reconnect after a long separation and begin a new chapter in their lives.

It starred Swapnil Joshi as Saurabh Vishnupant Patwardhan, Shilpa Tulaskar as Anamika Dixit, Abhidnya Bhave as Pushpavalli Moropant Eadke, Swanand Ketkar as Neel Nana Jalgaonka and Suhas Joshi as Rama Joshi.

Never Late For Love debuted on Zee Marathi from 20 March 2022 to 26 March 2023 with 334 episodes produced each with a 22 minute duration. Through a poll on Etimes TV, 68% respondents praised the show while 32% disliked it.

The series will air daily at 6PM on Zee One from 3 May replacing Devoted Daughter once it comes to an end days prior. This is one of the few series to have launched in Africa with English audio as the latter such as We Mamezala and Onesipho is in Zulu on Zee Zonke.

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

New Series Alert: A Lot Can Happen Over Coffee, A Telegu Based Series Debuts On Zee One This Month

Last month, it was reported that Star Life will be rolling out two new shows in the coming weeks, Beyond Life and Evil Affairs. Now Zee One is also looking to debut show in the month with a new Telegu drama, A Lot Can Happen Over Coffee (Rajeswari Vilas Coffee Club).

A Lot Can Happen Over Coffee depicts the story of Rajeshwari, a compassionate cook aspiring to keep her mother’s hotel thriving, challenges Rudra, an elite chef when he decides to usurp her hotel to grow his premium food business.

It starred Likitha as Rajeshwari, Rudra Nelakanta as Akarsh, Vishwamohan as Viswanatham, Sheelasingh as Kamakshi and Prasad as Subbarao. 

Produced by Indian broadcaster Zee Telegu, A Lot Can Happen Over Coffee debuted sometime in 2022 with 398 episodes having being filmed so far. It serves as an ongoing drama at the moment as seen with other Zee TV series like Twist Of Fate and Radha Mohan.

A Lot Can Happen Over Coffee will replace My New Mother In Law on Zee One from 7 April. Prior to this, the pay-tv version of the channel Zee World will rollout a new female led drama Sister Wives not to be mistaken with the reality show from TLC. 

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Development Alert: Can You See Me To Make Freemium Debut On Zee One With Trinayani Making Its Pay-TV Debut On Zee World

Zee World is pay-tv channel operated by Zee Entertainment Enterprises that offers a variety of English Dubbed Bollywood series and movies. Since 2021, Zee One was added as a lightweight version to the network serving reruns while building a unique lineup.

As reported through several platforms, Can You See Me will be airing on Zee One from 31 March with Trinayani airing on Zee World in Southern Africa in April alongside Sister Wives.

Synopsis for Can You See Me

Inspired by Casper Scare School, the comedy-drama Can You See Me (Bhootu) revolves around a friendly girl ghost named Bhootu who always tries to help others, often causing light mischief and mayhem in the process.

Broadcast on Zee World in 2022, it starred Arshiya Mukherjee as Bhutu Majumder, Subrata Guha Roy as Johor Dalal and Animesh Bhaduri as Deepen Majumder.

Synopsis for Trinayani

Trinayani tells the story of a girl named who can foresee anything bad or harmful that is happening to others. Since whatever she forewarns the villagers about comes true, they accuse her of having an inauspicious tongue.

Broadcast on Zee One in 2023, it starred Shruti Das as Trinayani Basu, Gourab Roy Chowdhury as Driptobroto Basu, Jasmine Roy as Jasmine and Debjani Chattopadhyay as Sanjukta Basu.

Sunday, February 4, 2024

Press Release: Zee One Launches New Series Devoted Daughter + Movie Line-up For The Month Of February

Zee One launches premiere drama Devoted Daughter a compelling series that delves into the life and principles of the legendary king, Agrasen Maharaja.

The show revolves around Genda, a devoted girl from a humble background, navigating the challenges of her marriage into a business family. Devoted Daughter beautifully portrays the relationship between Agrasen Maharaja and Genda, highlighting her unwavering faith in him as her philosopher, guide, and friend. As Genda faces various obstacles, she triumphs over each one by adhering to Agrasen Maharaja's guiding principles.

The heartwarming narrative explores themes of faith, family, life, making it a must-watch for viewers of all ages. Devoted Daughter premieres on 24 February at 6 pm on Zee One, channel 111 on Openview.

 

Exciting Movie Festivals with Premieres on Zee One This February!

Zee One is all set to enthral this February with a series of blockbuster movie festivals featuring a star-studded cast that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.  The channel also offers premiere movies, Satyaprem Ki Katha and Kanoo’s Makkichoos.

 

Satyaprem Ki Katha - Premiers 4 February @ 3pm

In Satyaprem Ki Katha, join Sattu, an LLB fail dreamer, in his quest to win the heart of Katha, the IT girl of Ahmedabad. Fate takes a twist as they end up married, leading Sattu on a journey of self-discovery and proving himself as a worthy husband. Don't miss the laughs and love in this heartwarming tale.

Starring: Kiara Advani, Kartik Aaryan and Arjun Aneja

 

Kanjoos Makkichoos - Premiers 18 February @3pm

Experience the misadventures of Jamnaprasad, a notorious miser, in Kanjoos Makkichoos. His quest to fulfil his father's wish for the Char Dham Yatra takes an unexpected turn when his parents go missing during heavy floods. It's emotions and laughs all the way!

 

MOVIE FESTIVAL - THE KHAN EFFECT

RAAES - Premiers 2 February @ 10pm

Experience the rise and challenges of Raees, a street-smart bootlegging king in Gujarat during the 1980s. Raaes is a gripping tale of crime and redemption.

Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Sunny Leone and Mishra Khan

 

DANGAL - Premiers 3 February @ 3pm

Follow Mahavir Singh Phogat's journey as he trains his daughters for the Commonwealth Games, challenging societal norms and breaking barriers in "Dangal."

Starring: Aamir Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra

 

THE DRAMA WEEKEND FILM FESTIVAL

Immerse yourself in the intensity of human emotions with two powerful dramas.

Provoked - Premiers 9 February @ 10pm

Provoked tells the poignant story of Kiranjit Ahluwalia, who, after enduring years of abuse, takes a stand against domestic violence, leading to a riveting trial for murder.

Starring: Aishwariya Rai, Naveen Andrews and Nandita Das

 

GOLD - Premiers 10 February @10pm

Set in 1948, Gold narrates the historical journey of India's first Olympic medal post-independence, capturing the spirit of a nation.

Starring: Akshay Kumar, Mouni Roy and Kunal Kapoor

 

VALENTINES DAY 

Celebrate love with two heartwarming films.

DEAR ZINDAGI - Premiers 14 February @3pm

A young cinematographer learns the importance of balancing ambition with humanity in Dear Zindagi, a poignant exploration of life's complexities.

Starring: Alia Bhatt, Shah Rukh Khan and Ali Zafar

 

ZERO - Premiers 14 February @ 10pm

Zero explores the journey of a vertically challenged bachelor as he discovers his purpose through relationships with two extraordinary women.

Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Anushka Sharma and Katrina Kaif

 

 

ACTION WEEKEND

Gear up for high-octane action with two adrenaline-pumping films.

RADHE: YOUR MOST WANTED BHAI - Premiers 17 February @3pm

Follow the fearless cop Radhe as he takes on the powerful drug lord Rana in a mission to clean up Mumbai's drug trade, showcasing unique and ruthless methods.

Starring: Salman Khan, Disha Patani and Sangay Tsheltrim

 

ANTIM: THE FINAL TRUTH - Premiers 17 February @ 10pm

Witness the transformation of a poor farmer's son into a fearless gangster, engaging in a riveting showdown with an upright policeman who doesn't back down easily.

Starring: Salman Khan, Aayush Sharma and Mahima Makwana

Catch this and so much on Zee One channel 111 on Openview.

Saturday, February 3, 2024

New Series Alert: Devoted Daughter Coming Soon To Zee One

Zee One, a Bollywood channel operated by Zee Entertainment Enterprises that distributes various English dubbed series and films from India is reported to be rolling out for the second new series for the year, Devoted Daughter (Ghar Ek Mandir - Kripa Agrasen Maharaj Ki).

It revolves around Genda, who is an ardent devotee of Agrasen Maharaj and belongs to a low-income family. She is married into a business family and faces a huge loss in their business after marriage. Meanwhile, Genda’s husband also suffers from epilepsy.

Produced under the banner Zee Studio, it premiered through &TV on 10 August 2021 and 139 episodes are reported to have been filmed soon so far. It starred Shrenu Parikh as Genda Agarwal, Akshay Mhatre as Varun Agarwal and Sameer Dharmadhikari as Agrasen Maharaj.

As reported through various media outlets, Devoted Wife will be making its freemium debut on Zee One after launching on Zee Family sometime in 2023.

Aside from Devoted Daughter, & TV had produced a number of productions to have been aired in Africa. That includes Begusarai, The Heir, Perfect Pati, Razia Sultan and Gangaa all of which are made available to Zee World and Zee One with Dayan, Destructive Beauty on eExtra.

Saturday, January 13, 2024

Development Alert (Rumour): Mother By Chance Initially Slated For Zee World Has Reportedly Been Acquired By Zee One

Last year, it was reported that the family drama Mother By Chance known by the title Sanjog was slated to launch on Zee World. After being a no show, there's finally an update and to viewer's dismay the show will be allocated on Zee One instead.

Mother By Chance follows the lives of two mothers from different backgrounds takes a turn after their daughters get swapped accidently at the time of birth. Seven years later, they are still confused about their daughters and their contrasting personalities.

It starred Shefali Sharma as Amrita Kothari, Rajneesh Duggal as Rajeev Kothari, Kamya Panjabi as Gauri, Rajat Dahiya as Gopal, Sonyaa Ayodhya as Rakshita and Ishaan Singh Manhas as Inspector Alok Agarwal.

Produced by Rashmi Sharma under the banner of Rashmi Sharma Telefilms, Mother By Chance is an Indian Hindi language drama television series that premiered on 22 August 2022 on Zee TV. It went off air by 25 November 2022 with 72 episodes each with a 21 minute duration.

As mentioned, Mother By Chance was initially set for Zee World sometime in 2023 but as luck would have it Zee One will be getting more premium entertainment.

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Development Alert: Zee One, Star Life, Discovery Science, MSNBC And More TV Channels Exit Zuku TV

During the week, it was reported that Zuku TV had reinstated National Geographic, National Geographic Wild, Baby TV and only 1 ESPN channel. As the latter are currently packaged by MultiChoice's DStv and StarTimes' and On Digital Media's StarSat platforms.

After being replaced by Animal Planet, TLC and Discovery, Zuku TV had opted to remove these channels and worse kill of a few more channels like Star Life, Zee One, Travel Channel, MSNBC, Discovery Science, Real Time, Planet Fun, 360 TuneBox, Zuku Action and Zuku Max.

There had been channels which had suffering signal loss but the above mentioned are just the few channels in which Zuku TV had been reviewing and opted to no longer distribute. Consumers are flooding the socials threatening to cut ties or opt to rival platforms if the latter isn't reinstated.

Three years ago, Zuku TV was left without a decent sports offering and history as you have it took the Bollywood offering. It's not only Zee One and Star Life that are affected but also sister channels like StarPlus and Zee Bollymovies.

In other developments, MultiChoice and StarSat had both lost carriage of Emmanuel TV and Deutsche Welle with one set to go dark by mid-January. This is due to the company's recent review of their portfolio which had seen them do a lot of cost cutting in order to remain afloat.

Sunday, December 31, 2023

2024 On Everyday Novelas | New Series Alert: Game Of Lies And Come Back To Me On Telemundo Across Africa | New Seasons Of Die Put And Chrysalis On eExtra | Freemium Debut Of Silver Lining On Zee One | More

e.tv/eVOD/eExtra's Kuiertyd

Net 20 Minute (20 Dakika): An innocent pastrycook Melek gets accused of injuring an important politician's son. Her loving husband Ali wants to help his wife to escape from prison.
Blink Kant Bo (Yalı Çapkını): Halis Ağa is the owner of a large jewellery empire and the head of the Korhan family. Even though his son Orhan and oldest grandson Fuat run most of the business, he still makes the most important decisions in the company.
uBettina Wethu S4: In Season 4 we will see Betty, her comrades, and kin in a whole new light as they realise new goals and fix old wounds. Betty has lost direction, so she sets off to realign and march forward determined to win - without the distraction of personal relationships - her downfall in the past.
• Annekan Die Swa Kry S3 (KardeÅŸlerim): While the Eren brothers are enjoying the rich life they have, Akif, who is left without a penny, is looking for ways to regain his former power with all kinds of cunning. 
• Ballade Vir'n Enkeling: When well-known writer Jacques Rynhardt disappears, it is up to a journalist to unravel the mystery. To do that, she needs to go back to his childhood and get to know Jacques for who he was.
Die Agentskap: Four managers of talent agency Ego, namely Kıraç, Feris, Çınar and Peride, deal with difficult situations every day and defend their business visions. They skillfully combine art and business, but their private and professional lives sometimes come into conflict.

Other attractions include final seasons of Doodsondes, Elif, Die Put and Chrysalis.

Telemundo

Game Of Lies (Juego De Mentiras): It follows Cesar Ferrer whose wife disappears. As he becomes the prime suspect of her possible murder, he takes the investigation in his own hands and fights to keep custody of his daughter. 
• Come Back To Me (Vuelve A Mí): The drama follows Nuria, a woman who begins a relationship with Braulio without knowing he is one of the owners of the company where she works to support her son and sister. The lives of the main characters begin to intertwine after the tragic kidnapping of Nuria's son Andrés. 

Other attractions include the third and final season of Queen Of The South alongside the ninth season of Lord Of The Skies. The channel was also rumoured to be airing content from Colombia's Caracol Televisión and RCN.

TLNovelas (Rumour)

• Overcoming Loss (Vencer La Ausencia): The sisterhood of four women of different origins is shattered when an accident causes them all to lose a loved one. After discovering the causes of the accident, they will share a painful mystery. Rumoured to debut by early 2024.
• Divided Love (Amor Dividado): Abril and Max are two people who have nothing in common. For Abril, family is her priority, while for Max, being successful in the corporate world is the most important thing. 
• Embrace Me Tightly (Abrázame Muy Fuerte): The daughter of a rich man is banished to another city after she is impregnated by one of the servants. She gives birth to a daughter and returns to fight for everything that was taken from her.
• Legacy (La Herencia): The telenovela takes place in an avocado farm called "Santa Catalina", where Severiano del Monte and Catalina Arango, Severiano's wife, and their five adopted sons live. Catalina was never able to get pregnant, but Severiano always wanted to have male descendants and opted for adoption.
•  My Love, My Sin (Amarte Es Mi Pecado): Nora is a poor young woman filled with dreams who lives in the beautiful city of Patzcuaro. Her father and evil stepmother Isaura decide to marry her off to a rich man so that she can have a better life.
• My Secret (Mi Secreto): Valeria is forced to take the identity of her best friend Natalia whom she believes to be dead, in order to avoid going to jail for a crime she did not commit. As she assumes her new reality, Valeria suffers constantly from the fear of being discovered.
• Deceptions (A Usurpadora): Twins Paula and Paulina were separated at birth and they live different lives when they get reunited. Paula is an evil rich woman who is married to a loving husband, while Paulina lives a humble life.
• Crown Of Tears 2 (Corona De Lágrimas): When Refugio and her three kids, Patricio, Edmundo and Ignacio are thrown out of their home, they arrive by chance in Mexico City where they start a new life.

The channel had gone through a major schedule adjustment with primetime reduced from 7 to 5 days a week. Various content has since then not aired as yet: part 1part 2 and part 3.

Zee World (Rumour)

• Family Is Everything (Tujhya Majhya Sansarala Aani Kay Hava): The show revolves around Siddharth and Aditi, a couple who falls deeply in love and embarks on the journey of marriage, which joins their respective families.
• Love Conquers (Neem Phuler Modhu): This emotionally charged drama delves into the profound transformation a young woman undergoes after marriage and the formidable challenges she must conquer.
• Between You And Me (Meri Hanikarak Biwi): revolves around the life of two completely different individuals, Akilesh Pandey and Iravati aka Ira Desai. Akhilesh is a village simpleton and an ardent follower of Bajrang Bali. He is illiterate, but a great wrestler, while Ira is an aspiring medical student.

Other attractions include Dholi Beats, Undercover Love and The Rules Of Love. Rumoured content for the channel include His Second Wife, Embrace Me and Mother By Chance.

Zee One (Rumour)

• Age Is Just A Number (Aapke Aa Jane Se): Sahil, a rich young man, falls in love with Vedika, an older woman who has a 15-year-old child. She initially rebukes his advances but feels conflicted after she gets to know him better.
My New Mother In Law: It follows Jhilmil's carefree life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes a young mother-in-law and the head of the family after getting married to Abir.
• Silver Lining (Choti Si Zindagi): Two girls, look after each other and struggle to survive in an orphanage, after their mother dies and their father abandons them, to marry another woman.
• Married Again (Punar Vivaah): A widower and a divorcee get together to provide the love of both parents to their children and eventually form a bond. However, their life takes an ugly turn when an obsessed lover interferes.
• Once There Was A King (Ek Tha Raja Ek Thi Rani): In 1945, a King named Ranaji returns to his home in Ameerkot after six years fighting against the British. Ranaji ends up meeting a woman named Gayatri, the daughter of a rich zamindar.
• Krishi (Afsar Bitiya): Krishna wants to get a good education to become a block development officer and improve her family's life. However, she faces many hardships along the way.

Star Life (Rumour)

• Love You So Much (Bohot Pyaar Karte Hai): The show is about a girl named Indu who lives with her younger sister and parents. Indu loves a guy named Mahesh and wants to go meet him and propose to him for marriage. She goes to meet him with her dad but finds that he has already married someone else. 
Mehndi Hai Rachne Waali: Pallavi, a young widow, is a family-oriented woman. However, when she crosses paths with a money-minded businessman, their personalities clash and sparks fly.
Pandya Store: Gautam and Dhara Pandya, a middle class married couple, manage the Pandya Store. Apart from their business, Dhara also looks after Gautam's three younger siblings.
Stand By Me, My Beloved (Saath Nibhaana Saathiya
2): Gehna, a young girl, works as a domestic help for the Desai family. Despite being ill-treated by them, she continues to show kindness. Soon, she finds Anant coming to her defence.
• The Accidental Mayor (Nimki Mukhiya): The story, set in a small village in Bihar, deals with the life of Nimki, a carefree, materialistic girl who accidentally becomes the Mukhiya (chief) of the village. Nimki is mad about cinema, a dreamer and unaware of the darkness of the world. 

Friday, December 22, 2023

New Series Alert: My New Mother In Law Coming Soon To Zee One

Zee One, a general entertainment channel operated by Zee Entertainment Enterprises and a spin-off to Zee World that distributes various Bollywood films and series has announced their first new series for 2024 titled My New Mother InLaw (Tomar Khola Hawa).

Based on the already seen Hindi drama series Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega, it follows Jhilmil's carefree life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes a young mother-in-law and the head of the family after getting married to Abir.

The drama starred Swastika Dutta as Jhilmil Roy, Subhankar Saha as Abir Roy, Srabanti Banerjee as Ahona Mitra, Kheyali Dastidar as Chaya Roy, Arpita Mukherjee as Shivani Roy and Tathagata Mukherjee as Arjo Roy.

It debuted by 2022 with a total of 183 episodes each with a 22 minute duration. My New Mother InLaw serves as one of six adaptations to the female oriented family drama alongside Hitler Gari Pellam, Thirumathi Hitler, Mrs. Hitler, Hitler Kalyana and Tu Khara Mun Chhai.

My New Mother InLaw is anticipated to rollout earlier in the new year on Zee One.

Thursday, October 12, 2023

News Shorts: SuperSport's WWE Channel Rolls Out A Brand New On Air Logo, Krishi Rumoured To Make Freemium Debut On Zee One And eVOD To Stream Mother Led Drama From October 17

WWE Channel is going through some changes

It started out as pop-up channel known as SuperSlam back in 2019 and since then had proven to be a popular addition to DStv customers. Featuring live events like Raw, SmackDown and NXT with other content like WrestleMania, Notsam Wrestling and Jambo WWE.

The following year, SuperSport revamped their sporting offering each of them including WWE had the "S" logo imprinted to their name. But for some reason, WWE Channel had to wait 3 years as this was part of an alignment strategy as a means to get the channels closer together.

Various content from WWE Channel has spread across various SuperSport channels and with the brand having distribution rights to their programming it sort of made sense for the channel to incorporate the company's logo as opposed to making it feel entirely owned by WWE.

Krishi to make freemium debut on Openview

Set in Bhagalpur, Bihar, it follows the story of a girl named Krishna wants to get a good education to become a block development officer and improve her family's life. However, she faces many hardships along the way.

It starred Mitali Nag as Krishna Raj, Kinshuk Mahajan as Pintu Singh, Shahbaz Khan as Tuntun Singh, Yash Sinha as Babloo Singh and Shivshakti Sachdev as Priyanka ‘‘Pinky’’ Raj.

The drama is slated to rollout on weekdays at 10PM.

eVOD is getting into mama drama

eVOD continues to boost their local offering in the region as the streamer unveiled another production set to rollout on the platform from October 17, Mother Of All.

Ex-cop Nolwazi "Nono" Mathebula (Zenande Mfenyana), walks out of prison resolving to be an exemplary daughter to her religious mother. She is also determined to be an amazing mother to her celebrity daughter and become a model citizen through gainful employment. 

Other attractions to rollout on eMedia's platforms include the second season of Roekeloos Dade. After being yanked away from e.tv, Roekeloos Dade is set to replace Winter Son from October 18.

Friday, September 29, 2023

Development Alert: Love Conquers & Movie Premieres, Goodbye And Phone Boot Coming Soon To Zee One


Zee One is thrilled to announce the premiere of its brand-new series, "Love Conquers," (Neem Phuler Modhu) starting October 9th, airing daily at 6pm. This emotionally charged drama delves into the profound transformation a young woman undergoes after marriage and the formidable challenges she must conquer.

Starring acclaimed TV actress Pallavi Sharma, Love Conquers promises an enthralling journey filled with love, drama, and intricate family dynamics.
 
Parna, a young woman of marriageable age, faces a pivotal decision when presented with potential suitors by her family. She chooses a dashing young man, Rubel, who falls head over heels in love upon seeing her beauty. However, after their arranged marriage, Parna's life takes an unexpected turn as she navigates the strict rules within her new household.

With unwavering belief in her husband's support, Parna embarks on a mission to overcome every obstacle in her path. Guided by her grandmother's wisdom, she learns that "the first year of married life is like the honey from a Neem flower – you have to taste the sourness first to savor the sweet flavor."
Don't miss the premiere of Love Conquers, exclusively on Zee One.

MOVIE: Goodbye
 
Goodbye, an emotionally charged movie starring legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan, alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Neena Gupta, tells the poignant story of a family brought together by tragedy.

Following their mother's unexpected passing, four adult siblings reunite at their father's ancestral home for her funeral. However, as they attempt to come together to carry out her final rites, differing perspectives and long-held grudges threaten to fracture the family forever.

Mark your calendars for the premiere of Goodbye on 8 October at 3pm. Experience the power of love and forgiveness in this heartwarming movie.

MOVIE: Phone Bhoot
 
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping ride with Phone Bhoot a suspenseful thriller starring Katrina Kaif, Ishaan Khattar, and Siddhant Chaturvedi.
Stuart Shepard, a publicist, finds his life hanging by a thread when he answers a ringing phone in a Phone Bhoot. The caller delivers a chilling ultimatum; he will be shot the minute he hangs up the phone.
Don't miss the high-stakes drama in Phone Bhoot 22 October at 3 pm. Tune in for a suspense-filled experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

In addition to our exciting premieres, Zee One offers a daily dose of entertainment with movies airing at 3pm and 10pm daily.  Stay tuned for a variety of blockbuster films that will keep you entertained day after day.

Thursday, September 14, 2023

ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Limited Has Announced The Relaunch Of ZEE One In Germany Through A Strategic Partnership With Samsung TV Plus.

The Bollywood-centric channel uniquely tailored for German viewers, will provide audiences with thousands of hours of Bollywood films, including titles like ‘Happy New Year’, ‘Pardes’, ‘Rustom’, ‘Shamitabh’, and many more.

Furthermore, it offers highly successful Indian television series dubbed in the German language, such as ‘Jamai Raja’, ‘Kundali Bhagya’, and ‘Jodha Akbar’.

ZEE One promises to deliver high-quality entertainment from the cinematic Mecca of Asia: Bollywood. Zee One’s premium content is specially adapted for the German market. This fast channel will broadcast a highly curated mix of movies and series, starring Bollywood superstars such as Shah Rukh Khan, Anil Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone. The movies will span all genres, including romance, comedy, action, among others.

Punit Misra, President – Content & International Markets at ZEE Entertainment Enterprises, highlighted the strategic importance of this step: “We are delighted to collaborate with Samsung TV Plus to offer an enriched Indian entertainment experience for our viewers in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. As a global content company, ZEE is present in over 190 countries, entertaining over a billion viewers worldwide. With this partnership, we are recommitting ourselves to being Extraordinary Together in the service of one of the most competitive and leading content markets worldwide.”

Ashok Namboodiri, Chief Business Officer – International Business, said, “ZEE One is more than just a channel – it’s a cultural bridge that connects audiences in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria to the vibrant world of Bollywood. Our goal is to provide genuine and captivating viewing experiences that transcend borders while honoring the timeless universal language of storytelling. Partnering with Samsung TV Plus aligns perfectly with our vision of serving not just the South Asian diaspora with channels and programming in Indian languages but also the wider international audience in their native languages.”

Benedikt Frey, Country Lead DACH – Samsung TV Plus, says, “We are delighted to add ZEE One to Samsung TV Plus in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. This marks an exciting moment as we bring hours of Bollywood- centric content to the service in the DACH region. We look forward to bringing the vibrant world of Bollywood to new and existing audiences, in Indian languages.”

This new deal is another feather in the cap of Parul, who has demonstrated the might of ZEE UK and Europe by expediting its business and forging strong allegiances like this.

Samsung TV Plus is Samsung’s own FAST (free ad-supported streaming TV) service; no subscription, sign-up, additional devices, or credit card are required. It comes pre-installed on Samsung Smart TVs from 2016 to 2023 and can be downloaded from the Google Play and Galaxy Store on Samsung Galaxy devices in select territories. With Samsung TV Plus, users can access numerous channels spanning news, sports, entertainment, along with a library of movies and popular shows for on-demand viewing. This ad-supported service is accessible in the UK and 15 other European regions, requiring only an internet connection.

Friday, September 1, 2023

New Series Alert: Love Look What You Made Me Do And Family Is Everything Is Coming This Month To Zee One

Zee One Channel 111 on Openview is thrilled to showcase its captivating new lineup that is set to grip audiences nationwide. With a blend of romance, drama, and family dynamics, viewers are in for a treat with the a brand new Love Look What You Made Me Do and Family is Everything.

Love Look What You Made Me Do is scheduled to premiere on 11 September at 6pm. The stories delve into the intricacies of romance, narrating stories of passion, heartbreak, and unwavering devotion bordering on obsession. Whether it's finding a happy ending or navigating through the trials of love, viewers are sure to be moved by the compelling narratives in this series based on real life.

Family is Everything will start its run on 3 September, airing Monday to Sunday at 8 pm. The show revolves around Siddharth and Aditi, a couple who falls deeply in love and embarks on the journey of marriage, which joins  their respective families. What seems like a harmonious merger of families soon faces the challenges of clashing personalities, testing the strength of their relationships and highlighting the significance of family bonds.

As Zee One Channel continues to be a source of quality entertainment, these never seen before series promise to engage and resonate with audiences of all ages. With thought-provoking themes and compelling storytelling, viewers are invited to experience the rollercoaster of emotions that each series has to offer.

Don't miss out on the gripping premieres of Love Look What You Made Me Do and Family is Everything, along with other exciting programmes on Zee One.   

New Channel Alert: Zee One Coming This September To Zuku TV

During the week, it was reported that the East African pay-tv broadcaster Zuku TV had acquired rights to BBC Studios' preschool brand, CBeebies. Now the brand is set to welcome another channel within the coming weeks Zee Entertainment Enterprises' Zee One channel.

Zee One is a general entertainment channel offering a variety of Bollywood dramas and films. Spun off from the pay-tv counterpart Zee World, the channel featured a variety of content already viewed on the brand alongside first run series like Carmen and Between You And Me.

The channel was made available to eMedia Investments' free-to-view Openview platform and pay-tv rival StarTimes and On Digital Media's StarSat back in 2021. It is not available on DStv as selected shows are being transmitted on Zee World.

Not long ago, MultiChoice and Zee Entertainment Enterprises unveiled a Southern African adaptation to the current Zee Marathi, Zee Zonke. Similar to Ethiopia's Zee Alem, Zee Zonke distribute various content in local languages.

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Everyday Novelas Summary: 13 Things You Probably Missed About Zee World, Zee One And Star Life

If you are watching the following channels, then you should probably take note of the following:

1. Star Life
• A rebroadcast of A Magical Love Story launches July 17th. Synopsis is available on the following link: click here
• Rajjo comes to an end in August
• Two series that were expected to rollout on the channel were never allocated: Pandya Store and Night Of Doom
• Ram Setu (Movie) premieres 30 July at 3pm: it follows an atheist archaeologist who turns into a believer, faces a challenge to prove the existence of 'Rama Setu' before the evil forces destroy the heritage site of India.

2. Zee World
• The short lived series If You Were Not There is replaced by His Mistress's Child
• Bollywood movies no longer air on the feed seen across Southern Africa.
• All series air 7 days a week from 2pm to 11pm.

3. Zee One
• Between You And Me gets an additional repeat timeslot replaces the 2pm slot.
• Now we know why Zee World is a 24/7 series channel, movies air twice a day at 3pm and 11pm.
• Trinayani and Between You And Me are the most popular series on the channel.
• This Is Fate (YAWN!) might replace Between You And Me.
• Jodha And Akbar replaces Bridal Material from August 18th. Details available on the following link: click here

Saturday, July 8, 2023

Development Alert: Jodha & Akbar To Make It's Freemium Debut On Zee One

Jodha, a fiery Rajput princess is forced to marry the hard-hearted Mughal emperor Akbar when he conquers her father’s kingdom. Her reluctant marriage makes her one of many wives in a palace filled with many enemies, but her loathing melts away when she sees that she might just be the one to transform her husband from being a vicious ruler into a compassionate one. 

It is a historical love story that was produced by Ekta Kapoor under Balaji Telefilms for Zee TV. It starred Rajat Tokas and Paridhi Sharma in leading roles, it was a successful show with praises for its cast performances.

Alongside Zee TV, the drama was made available on Zee World and is one of the few shows to be made available in local languages. 

During its run, Jodha & Akbar has accumulated several achievements including Best Historical/Mythological Show, Best Actor in Negative Role, BIG Star Most Entertaining TV Show (Fiction), BIG Star Most Entertaining TV Actor and Best Director.

Jodha & Akbar is set to rollout on Zee One in the coming months.

Friday, June 30, 2023

Schedule Update: A Magical Love Story And King Of Hearts Coming Soon To Star Life And Zee One Respectively

King Of Hearts - premieres 1 July on Zee One

Siddharth, a hotelier, takes up the responsibility of repairing the relationship between his independent wife, Roshni, and his enterprising mother-in-law, Durga Devi.

It stars Ravi Dubey, Nia Sharma, Achint Kaur, Indraneil Sengupta, Shiny Doshi, Ahmad Harhash and Mouli Ganguly.
A Magical Love Story - premieres 17 July on Star Life

It tells the story of Aman who lives under the dark shadow of a Jinn while Roshni is blessed with angelic qualities. What turn will Aman and Roshni's lives take when the two entangle in a 'magical' love story?

It stars Vikram Singh Chauhan, Aditi Sharma, Shruti Sharma, Smita Bansal and Garima Vikrant Singh.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Review: The Dominance Of Bollywood, Turkwood And More On The Openview Platform

Openview is a free-to-view platform owned by eMedia Investments that is currently available in over 3 million households offering a range of reality shows, drama series, movies, telenovelas, cartoons and so much more.

Since the rollout of the pay-tv tier to the platform, Ultraview offering content from India with Zee Family and Star Select as well as LGBTQ and youth oriented content from OUTtv and FUSE. eMedia Investments ranks as one of the most diverse brands out there.

For those using Openview, it's no secret that the red brand has caught the love bug for two markets Istanbul (Turkwood) following the success of Kuiertyd which has contributed a lot for eExtra's primetime and further bolstered the offering on e.tv and ePlesier.

The second is their love for Bolly with 2 dedicated channels and a programming block on eExtra with another 2 channels on Ultraview. eMedia Investments is currently sitting with 4 channels and a part timer with Turkwood sharing content amongst 3 brands.

In hindsight, Openview's Bollywood offering helps cutback on rebroadcasts unlike eExtra's Kuiertyd which has seen doppelgangers on e.tv and ePlesier. The same could be said about the public broadcaster SABC 1-3 and Sport channels which has done content sharing.

But unlike Zee One and Star Life, eMedia's channels offers more timeslots for other content from movies, reality shows, cartoons and more versus Bollywood dramas and 2-4 hour weekly movie slot again it's the variety that counts in this scenario.

For those who've skipping out on Anupama or Imlie due to unforeseeable circumstances, take into account such content has been limited across the Openview platform leaving space for more variety or in this case eExtra's Dayan, Destructive Beauty and Naagin.

If you feel that Openview has more Indian channels take to account the locals SABC 1, SABC 2, SABC 3, e.tv, SA Music, People's Weather and SABC Sport which contributes to our point there's more local than Bolly on the Openview platform.

The only challenge is that consumers are being feed more of the same thing as mentioned Dayan Destructive Beauty and Naagin or Doodsondes and Soete Wraak on eExtra which isn't entirely bad but one could learn from e.tv's incorporation of variety.

Friday, April 7, 2023

Review: The Consequences Of 7 Day Viewing On Star Life, Zee World And Telemundo

DStv customers have been complaining about the level of repeats seen across the platform and a few years ago Zee World found a solution which was the 7 day campaign meaning instead of waiting 48 hours for new content you'd only wait 24 hours.

Or in Zee World's case, adding 5 series to the primetime offering every single day including weekends. Sure with load shedding and a busy work schedule you miss out on a day's worth of content but the channel found a way of reducing the volume of repeats.

Before you had to wait at least 6 months to a year for new content but with this strategy you could wait at least 4 months so yeah Zee World did something most DStv channels failed to do throughout their existence.

If anything it inspired a generation of channels such as Telemundo and Star Life to follow in a similar pursuit. Sure this meant less hours of lazy days and more hours of binge watching but as seen in the last months was the pressure put in to retain their status.

Zee World reduced primetime to 6 days meaning almost 48 hours of primetime gone from the schedule. To top it off you have one program viewed in one part of Africa before anywhere else and vice versa as someone thought of causing confusion by dividing feeds.

Someone at Star Life thought it would be good to reduce the hours of some of their shows as they didn't want the affected series to clash with India. I mean hasn't someone here done their homework you have Zee World dividing Twist Of Fate in seasons.

While in India it should have about 2 seasons by now, I mean several brands had already done this if not Zee World's merger of episodes than division. I mean 15-21 minutes is not enough to brief anyone about a show unless it was a sitcom, soapie or a cartoon.

Telemundo doesn't really need to join the ally of Zee World and Star Life. NBCUniversal has been cutting back on original cost spend I think now would be the best time to save up on your options as opposed to throwing it all in the fire and hoping for a miracle.

Sure this new format is getting us more content from the channel on a yearly basis but if they still used the format seen on TLNovelas. It could lead them into having 5 new shows running on a monthly basis and waiting 6 months on more content.

On top of that, it could help build the main feed's catalogue as they wait for more content. On the bright side, Telemundo isn't NBCUniversal centric as you got shows from other regions such as Colombia through RCN Television and Caracol Television.

Despite what me or anyone thinks about the channels, I think these channels are well off when it comes to repeat management. As some channels are only ever able to source out more content on a weekly basis drowning audiences in repeats for 144 hours.

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Sneak Peek: What To Expect On Zee World And Zee One In April & May 2023?

Zee World and Zee One showcase drama, food, fashion and lifestyle this month – as Africa’s most loved storyteller, these channels continue to be bold in delivering the best shows to entertain and inform its audiences across the continent.

Easter is upon us, and there is no better way to spend it than with family and friends, cooking shows from Zee One and nail-biting drama series from Zee World. Whether you’re having the whole family over or plan to keep things small, there are so many great recipes to choose from, and Zee One has the food shows to help you do just that!

Fit, Fab and Feast with Huma Qureshi premiers on 21 April

It’s no secret that celebrities have access to the world’s best trainers, personal chefs, and workout facilities. They also have more time to work out than the average person. Host Huma Qureshi takes a sneak peek into the fit and fabulous lives of Bollywood celebrities, focusing on everything that one needs to have a good lifestyle – fitness and food.

Celebrities spend their lives in the spotlight and have some of the best workout routines. If you’re ready to tackle your new fitness goals for 2023, all of which you can do right from the comfort of your own living room.

Greedy Closet premiers on 5 May on Zee World

When it comes to designing luxury custom closets, it’s important to consider three things: how to lay out every section to fit your requirements; how to make the most of the available clothing; and how to personalize the aesthetics while keeping the design elegant and timeless.

The Greedy Closet is a lifestyle and entertainment show hosted by Monica Dogra, where renowned fashion designers team up with television stars and give them a makeover. Witness your favourite star’s image and revamp.

Watch Greedy Closet this April only on Zee One!

Staying True premiers 12 April in South Africa & 1 May in the Rest of Africa

Zee World is known for its thought-provoking narratives that question people’s mindsets about various subjects relevant to society. It is back with a story that will make audiences reconsider their approach towards women achieving more than their male counterparts.

Such is the story of Paragi, the female protagonist of Zee World’s, Staying True, who, along with her love interest Sanjay. While both of them are extremely motivated towards their joint goal of becoming IAS officers, the show captures the dynamics between the two families after Paragi passes her exam with flying colours and Sanjay doesn’t!

Zee World SVP of Marketing & Content Desiree Pillay said, “The upcoming series, Staying True, is a dramatic love story that presents an interesting scenario prevalent in many cultures and societies, career accomplishments of men and women in the workplace. In addition, the storyline captures the many reactions the couple faces from both sides of the family and the impact it has on their relationship.”

Producer Saurabh Tewari also produced the popular series Mehek and has yet again created a success story with Staying True.

Radha Mohan premiers on 30 May in South Africa and 8 April in Rest of Africa.

Over the last few years, Zee World has emerged as a channel that brings its viewers stories that mirror their world, touch upon subjects close to their hearts and introduce them to characters whom they fall in love with. A mature romance, the show will introduce viewers to Mohan, played by popular TV star Shabir Ahluwalia who once starred as Abhi in the popular series Twist of Fate. Mohan is back on our screens and effortlessly charms the viewers in Radha Mohan across talented actress Neeharika Roy.

Shabir has somehow lost his smile along the way. A man whose mere presence would light up the room and lift spirits now seems to be weighed down by a burden of pain and regrets. In deep-seated awe of Mohan from her adolescent years, Radha, on the other hand, is a spiritual and optimistic woman, full of love and warmth. Radha Mohan follows Radha’s journey of rekindling the lost spark in Mohan’s eyes.

In an interview with India Times, Shabir Ahluwalia said, “I have never shied away from taking on a different character. In fact, I am always excited and enthusiastic about such a role. My new show, Radha Mohan, is a fascinating story, very unique and full of twists and turns. I personally love the way Mohan’s character has been written. Mohan is a strong, well-defined, yet challenging character with several different shades. He is quite different from what I have played on-screen before, so I am excited to see how the viewers respond to my new avatar.”