ZEE5 Global continues to premier original content during the times of lockdown to keep audiences across the world entertained with its beloved Bollywood features. The platform is now set to release its third original this year with a comedy-drama called ‘Ghoomketu’.
Starring popular actor Nawazuddin Siddique as the lead protagonist, and co-starring veteran film-maker Anurag Kashyap, and actors Ila Arun, Raghubir Yadav, SwanandKirkire and Ragini Khanna, Ghoomketu is a classic story of a ‘Bollywood Dream’. The story revolves around an aspiring writer from a small town in UP who runs away to the city of dreams and gives himself 30 days to try to prove his worth.
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui shares, “Ghoomketu is a quirky, never-seen-before character and I thoroughly enjoyed playing him. Anurag, who is generally behind the camera, will be seen sharing screen space with us and it was a great experience to work with him as an actor. ‘Ghoomketu’ has a phenomenal storyline which will definitely entertain the audience. During this time of the lockdown, I am glad that a humorous film that the entire family can watch is being streamed on ZEE5.”
Actor Anurag Kashyap shares, “Every film is a labour of love and I saw the conviction in the director of Ghoomketu and hence decided to do something which is my least favourite thing to do, which is act. The film is funny and heartwarming.”
Produced by Phantom films and Sony Pictures Network, the film is directed by Pushpendra Nath Mishra, also known for his work in Taj Mahal 1989. The film will also witness special cameos from popular Bollywood faces including Amitabh Bachchan, Ranveer Singh, Sonakshi Sinha, Chitranganda Singh, Lauren Gottlieb and filmmaker Nikhil Advani.
Film Director Pushpendra Nath Misra adds, “Wherever we go, we are never far away from our roots. Ghoomketu, as the name suggests, is a story of the ‘journey to the beginning’. This a film where the protagonist – a writer- draws inspiration from the idiosyncrasies of his own family members. This was a dream project with a stellar cast (sublime actors, all of them), and the freedom to tell the story in a non-stereotypical way. For all the writers, their observation begins at home. This film is a celebration of our family members – our ‘Bua’s and ‘Chacha’s and ‘Dadda’s – who we (Ghoomketu) always carry in our hearts, wherever we go. I am glad it will reach the huge family audiences of ZEE5.”
Vivek Agrawal, Producer, Phantom Films says, “Ghoomketu” is one of those rare gems that will put a smile on your face while taking you through the struggle of a man who is out there trying his luck in Bollywood films. Bringing this story to life has been a roller-coaster ride, just like the protagonist’s journey in the film! It has been a pleasure working on ‘Ghoomketu’– a project that is relatable for many people, on so many levels and we are thrilled to have ZEE5 on board to release it.”
“We are proud to present our third original this year after ‘Bamfaad’ and ‘Ateet’ and are happy to release it near Eid. The film celebrates every family member and is a project that will be relatable for many people. As we continue to bring new and original content to our audiences worldwide, we can only see the love for Bollywood grow on digital.” said Archana Anand, Chief Business Officer, ZEE5 Global.
Aditya Thakur, CEO, EU and UK shared “In recent times, the love for exaggerated humour through desi linguistic annotations has become a signature hit in our Bollywood content portfolio. While we admire the stellar cast of the movie, we are especially thrilled to watch the Nawazuddin-Anurag duo in a new light.”
The film is set to premier exclusively on ZEE5 on 22nd May.
