In the wide world of digital entertainment, stories from every corner come together. Drama web series have found a much simpler space that resonates with the human experience. They pull at our heartstrings, question what we think we know, and whisk us into the depths of relationships and problems. Check out seven such drama web series available on ZEE5 that will take you through the emotional rollercoaster and have strong storylines that will stay with you for some time.
1. The Broken News
‘The Broken News’ tells the intense inter-newsroom rivalry and the difference between responsible reporting and sensationalism. This drama web series follows the chaos within the fourth estate with Jaideep Ahlawat, Sonali Bendre, and Shriya Pilgaonkar in the lead roles. Over two seasons, it wades into the media’s impact on the public and the demons that plague those in the industry. The series’s skill in presenting the obstacles and ethical quandaries of these characters makes ‘The Broken News’ a must-see show for those interested in the web of the inner workings and bias of the media.
2. Ayali
Based on the vibrant culture of Tamil Nadu, “Ayali” is a drama web series showcasing the struggling journey of a young girl against the orthodox barriers regarding women’s education and role. Throughout this series, we are told a story of resistance that comes with a woman who defies a tradition that leaves no wiggle room to become what one is set to become. By telling the story of “Ayali,” the series delves into how bravery can metamorphose people and allow them to walk out of the walls of tradition with a promise of a yet-to-be-identified future.
3. Tripling
“Tripling” is a light-hearted Indian web series about three siblings enjoying an unplanned trip by road across India and how life would be designed for them on this journey of a lifetime. Starring Sumeet Vyas, Maanvi Gagroo, and Amol Parashar, the series takes the audience through their path to finding themselves and connecting with family. Through a mix of comic and poignant moments, Tripling looks at the popular theme of siblinghood and how they cope with the unexpected setbacks life has in store. By the end of each episode, a twist in the tale is presented mingled with more insights, which lead to the tightening of the bond – love, laughter, and unexpected journey of life.
4. Anantham
It’s a drama web series set in a grand ancestral house full of stories – ‘Anantham.’ The story is told touchingly inside the walls of a house with centuries of tales and emotions, summing up the imbroglio of familial ties and the mixed emotions of walking back into one’s life story. Featuring Prakash Raj and Sampath Raj in lead roles, the series serves as a warm-hearted yet clear-eyed look at generational change and how every corner of the house echoes with personal histories and relationships, transforming a tower into a home, making “Anantham” a deep dive into heritage and heart.
5. Saas Bahu Aachar Pvt. Ltd.
“Saas Bahu Aachar Pvt. Ltd.” is a drama web series that reverses the ‘saas-bahu’ ideology and explores the dynamics of the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship as they unite to run an office. Starring Amruta Subhash as Suman and Yamini Das as Daadi, the series depicts the story of Suman, who begins a pickles company to earn her children back from her ex-husband, Dilip. Suman is tough as nails as she weathers the ebbs and flows of entrepreneurship with her ex-mother-in-law at her side, always standing by with a dash of wit and a dollop of determination.
6. The Married Woman
Set against the socio-political changes of the volatile 90s, “The Married Woman” streaming series is an urban relationship drama about women and their struggles with their times. With Monica Dogra playing the role of Peeplika and Suhaas Ahuja essaying the character of Hemant, the series explores the depth and nature of the connection between Astha and Peeplika as they take on their religious, societal, and sexual inhibitions. A drama in 11 chapters follows two women on a journey of emotional discovery as they fall in and out of love and cope with pressures based on societal expectations and moral values.
7. Mithya
“Mithya” is a psychological drama about academic treachery and competition. The show, rooted in a campus setting, stars Huma Qureshi, Juhi Adhikari, Avantika Dassani, and Rhea Rajguru in crucial roles and depicts the power struggle between two women amidst plagiarism charges! It is a six-episode series in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, with little nuggets of suspense and revelations you’d never imagined.
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