ZEE5 is kicking off its rebranding journey with a bang, and leading the charge is none other than Diljit Dosanjh in his quirkiest avatar yet—‘Detective Sherdil’, a mystery-comedy that premieres June 20, 2025. Packed with wit, suspense, and a stellar ensemble cast, the film marks a bold new direction for the platform, signaling its commitment to genre-blending narratives and high-caliber storytelling.
Directed by Ravi Chhabriya and produced by Ali Abbas Zafar and Himanshu Mehra, Detective Sherdil casts Dosanjh as a lovable but sharp-witted sleuth navigating eccentric cases and even more eccentric suspects.
Backing him are a dream lineup of talent—Diana Penty, Boman Irani, Ratna Pathak Shah, Chunky Panday, Sumeet Vyas, Banita Sandhu, Kashmira Irani, and more, making it one of the most diverse and dynamic OTT ensembles of the year.
The direct-to-OTT strategy aligns with broader industry trends. A 2024 PwC report highlighted a 20% global rise in original streaming content, especially in South Asia. With Detective Sherdil, ZEE5 isn’t just riding the wave—it’s steering it, offering up a refreshing, cross-genre entertainer that’s both family-friendly and binge-worthy. Get ready to follow the clues, crack the case, and laugh along the way—Sherdil’s on the job, and he’s doing it in style.