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Savour the rich, soul-filling flavours of Marathi culture in these teleplays
Playwrights like Ashok Patole, Anand Mhasvekar, Vijay Tendulkar, Mahesh Elkunchwar, Shekhar Tamhane, Makarand Deshpande and Ashok Samel among many others have enriched Marathi theatre with their insights into social issues and the human condition. In their work, exists both universality and the vibrancy of Marathi literary traditions. This September, watch four Zee Theatre plays that celebrate the richness of Marathi culture and tell a wide array of stories. They offer an overview of the post-independence upheaval in feudal structures (Agnipankh), the ever-present link between unemployment | Click Here...
From Stage to Screen: Zee Theatre and ZEE5 Redefine the Theatre Viewing Experience on OTT!!
Indian Theatre is embarking on an exciting new trajectory with some of the most celebrated Zee Theatre teleplays all set to stream via a world digital premiere on ZEE5 from 9th June 2023 onwards. The line-up includes the Gajraj Rao starrer 'Gunehgaar', the psychological drama 'Kusum Manohar Lele' starring Shweta Basu Prasad and director Seema Pahwa's star-studded literary anthology 'Koi Baat Chale.' These nuanced teleplays with relatable characters and truly extraordinary writing will now reach a diverse worldwide audience, courtesy of a digital platform with over | Click Here...
Zee Theatre brings the endless magic, innocence and wonder of ‘Peter Pan Live!’ to India
Scottish novelist and playwright J. M. Barrie's 'Peter Pan' is about a boy with eternal childhood who lives on a mythical island called Neverland. The narrative revolves around Peter's quest to find stories that can entertain his co-inhabitants. Along the way, he faces many odds and blurs fantasy and reality to make us all realise that with imagination and courage, we can rewrite our destiny and defeat evil. This tale has lent itself to vario | Click Here...
On World Theatre Day, peek into the creative journeys of these Theatre stars
The journey of a theatre exponent demands unwavering discipline and passion. Since time immemorial, committed playwrights, directors and actors have used the medium of theatre to entertain, and also to reflect upon social conflicts and the human condition. At their core however lies the urgent need to tell a story. This World Theatre Day, Zee Theatre is celebrating this very spirit with the theme, “Tales of Theatre.'' This is a tribute to the unbroken chain of narrative journeys that began with oral traditions, grew into street performances and now have spanned | Click Here...
Tune into these Zee Theatre teleplays that celebrate women’s stories
The dialogue around how women are represented on screen, stage, and in society at large, is one that is constantly evolving. With five teleplays on Dish TV and D2H Rangmanch Active this September, Zee Theatre showcases strong and empowered women who aren’t afraid to take a stand for themselves. From a young girl grappling with a mishap on her wedding day, to a resilient queen forced to rectify her marital woes, these stories celebrate the strength of a woman. Gudiya Ki Shaadi Starring Shweta Basu Prasad as the eponymous character Gudiya, the teleplay is a comedy of errors tha | Click Here...
Theatre as a medium is the most challenging and exciting of all formats: Rajeshwari Sachdev
Theatre productions may not have the large-scale budgets of a star-studded film, but its rewards are aplenty in its resounding applause. This is perhaps why many actors find themselves circling back to the beloved stage regularly, propelled by the sheer passion for the art. One such artist is Rajeshwari Sachdev, a national award-winning actor recognized across television, films, and theatre. The versatile performer is seen at her best yet again in Zee Theatre’s production ‘Double Game’, a riveting suspense thriller about a couple at loggerheads, consistently trying to outwit each othe | Click Here...
Whatever I am today is because of Theatre: Shreyas Talpade
Shreyas Talpade’s first role was that of Sita for a school play on Ramayana. The next year he played Draupadi in the school version of the Mahabharata. This was perhaps the first sign of how versatile Shreyas Talpade would be in later years. From school plays to street plays to monologues and mimes - Shreyas wanted to learn and be a part of everything. "From 1990 till 2005 I did close to 2500 shows of different productions on the professional stage. Hindi, Marathi, English, Urdu - such was my love for the stage that I didn't want to miss a single chance to be under the arc lights. Whateve | Click Here...
Zee Theatre transcends global boundaries with ZEE5
The ability of art forms to transcend boundaries has been evident for years. The stories that it tells have helped shape and define societies. Theatre is no exception to this. In its endeavor to bring relatable stories, Zee Theatre, a segment of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., has added two critically acclaimed plays from across the border, to their repository - Jhaanjhar Di Paanwan Chhankaar and Mushk. The plays are now available on Zee5 Global. With these new, relatable and poignant stories, Zee Theatre has made quality content accessible to dynamic audiences across the world. | Click Here...
Take the stage this April with Tata Sky Theatre
As the lockdown slowly exhausts practically every movie and series you’ve put off watching in the past, Zee Theatre offers a fresh reservoir of quality content ready to virtually transport you to the magical world of theatre. Available on Tata Sky Theatre Ch No. #316, you can watch a mix of comedy, thrillers and even the classics. This April, there’s something exciting in store for everyone. Double Game A riveting mystery about a couple at odds, determined to gain an upper hand by outwitting each other at their own game. Starring Rajeshwari Sachdeva and Kiran Karmakar, thi | Click Here...
Zee Theatre intends to bring the art form to many more people: Shailja Kejriwal
Demure yet dynamic Shailja Kejriwal is an independent creative curator/ producer. Shailja’s current passion is Zee Theatre’s ‘Teleplay’ - a concept which aims to strengthen theatre in India and get stage stalwarts to unite and bring on the best for the world. A unique idea to digitize theatre plays for both television and online audiences covering geographical boundaries. The aim of Zee Theatre while preserving and curating existing plays, is also to bring these plays, in addition to new ones, to a wider range of audience. Here’s an excerpt from an exclusive chat with Shail | Click Here...
7 days 7 plays: Zee Theatre celebrates ‘Stories of Strength’ this Women’s Day
Women have been taking the lead in every sphere of life, be it reel or real. Ahead of International Women's Day, Zee Theatre celebrates stories of strength through 7 interesting plays on Tata Sky Theatre. A week-long celebration starting from the 7th of March 2020, acknowledges Indian women and their contribution to society. The seven plays include Doll's House, Gudiya Ki Shaadi, Shireen Shah, Saku Bai, Agnipankh, White Lily and Night Rider and Where Did I Leave My Purdah? For all the content enthusiasts out there, this | Click Here...