India’s Diljit Dosanjh stars as a quirky detective in “Detective Sherdil,” a mystery-comedy that will premiere exclusively on South Asia focused streaming platform ZEE5.
The film, which was shot in Budapest, follows a unique detective tasked with solving an extraordinary case. The project marks the second collaboration between Dosanjh and writer-producer Ali Abbas Zafar, following their critically acclaimed Netflix film “Jogi.”
“Detective Sherdil” is the directorial debut of Ravi Chhabriya, who previously served as assistant director to Zafar on blockbusters including “Sultan,” “Bharat” and “Tiger Zinda Hai.” The screenplay was penned by Zafar, Sagar Bajaj and Chhabriya.
The ensemble cast includes Diana Penty, Boman Irani, Chunky Panday, Ratna Pathak Shah, Banita Sandhu and Sumeet Vyas alongside Dosanjh in the title role.
“At ZEE5, we understand the enduring charm of a good whodunit – but we also know today’s viewers want more than just clues and culprits,” said Kaveri Das, ZEE5’s business head for Hindi-language content. “With ‘Detective Sherdil,’ we’re dialing up the mystery and mixing it with a twist of wit and unconventional storytelling. Think shadowy secrets, eccentric suspects, and plot turns you won’t see coming – all delivered with a wink.”
Producer Zafar added: “Diljit and I have previously worked on ‘Jogi.’ After wrapping that film, I was sure we must work together again. He is one of the biggest stars we have, and now, as we bring ‘Detective Sherdil’ to audiences on ZEE5, I still can’t believe we’ve wrapped up our second collaboration. Our film will charm you with comedy, and thrill you with mystery, it’s an out and out family watch.”
Producer Himanshu Mehra echoed those sentiments, noting Dosanjh’s range as a performer. “There are very few stars who have the versatility to pull off humor with the same ease as they handle suspense. Diljit is one such star actor,” Mehra said. “I’m very excited to bring families all over together for this thrilling ride on ZEE5.”
The film is produced by Mehra, Zafar, Rohini Singh and Manmeet Singh under the banners of AAZ Films and Offside Entertainment, presented as a Maurya Entertainment production.
“Detective Sherdil” premieres on ZEE5 on June 20.
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