- ZEE5 returns with ‘Mithya – The Darker Chapter’ starring Huma Qureshi and Avantika Dassani along with a new entrant, Naveen Kasturia
- This time, the battle for revenge and retribution gets darker and murkier
- The ZEE5 original series, ‘Mithya – The Darker Chapter’ will premiere on ZEE5 this Diwali – from 1st November 2024
- I have been a producer and actor but wearing the hat of a director is a different ballgame: Huma Qureshi
GOWRI MANICKAVASAGAM
AHMEDABAD, OCT 23
ZEE5, India’s largest home-grown video streaming platform and a multilingual storyteller, recently dropped the trailer of its original series and psychological drama ‘Mithya – The Darker Chapter’. Directed by Kapil Sharma and produced by Applause Entertainment in association with Rose Audio Visual Production, the show probes into the complex and volatile relationship between two half-sisters, Juhi (played by Huma Qureshi) and Rhea (played Avantika Dassani) and their battle for revenge and retribution. Set to stream on ZEE5 this Diwali, Mithya also stars Naveen Kasturia, Rajit Kapoor, Indraneil Sengupta, Avantika Akerkar, Rushad Rana, Krishna Bisht in supporting roles.
Huma Qureshi, debutant Avantika Dassani and Naveen Kasturia were in Ahmedabad for the promotion of this series on Tuesday.
In an interaction with the media, the versatile actor Huma Qureshi says, “I would like to act in Dhollywood. I have been a producer and actor but wearing the hat of a director is a different ballgame. We cherished every moment of the shooting of this series. I have given more space to my half-sister (Avantika Dassani) to prove her mettle.”
The trailer for ‘Mithya – The Darker Chapter’ leaps viewers back into the intense psychological drama between half-sisters Juhi and Rhea. As Juhi basks in the success of her book “Dhund,” her world is suddenly shaken by plagiarism accusations from a mysterious writer, Amit Chaudhary (played by Naveen Kasturia). Meanwhile, Rhea is still scheming and plotting to win her father’s love but will her quest for love and acceptance turn into a battle of revenge and manipulation? The series explores “blood versus blood” as family ties are tested, with both women resorting to dirty games of lies and deceit, crossing all lines of morality to destroy each other.
As the two sisters come at each other’s crosshairs, this time, the consequences are deadlier. An unrelenting Juhi takes things a bit too far as she fights back against Rhea. In the end, the tables turn, and each sister metaphorically becomes the other. Additionally, the introduction of Amit’s character adds complexity, drama and spice to the lives of the two sisters, making this a gripping psychological thriller. To know who wins this battle of lies and vengeance, tune in to ZEE5 on 1st November.
Sharing her excitement for ‘Mithya – The Darker Chapter’, Huma Qureshi said, “I’m thrilled for the return of ‘Mithya’! This show has pushed me to explore a different side of me as an actor – someone who is vulnerable and vengeful because of the circumstances. I am grateful to the makers for thinking of me for this exciting, meaty role and am looking forward to the next chapter in my character’s life. With intense drama and shocking twists, the trailer is just a glimpse of the thrilling ride ahead and I urge the viewers to tune in on 1st November for so much more that’s in store”.
Avantika Dassani expressed, “I’m beyond excited for ‘Mithya – The Darker Chapter’! This show was my debut, and it has truly changed so much for me both personally and professionally. I’m incredibly grateful to work with such a wonderful team, and being the youngest, I’ve learned so much from the entire cast. Rhea is a complex and an interesting character, and this season takes her journey to new heights as she navigates revenge and betrayal. I am equally excited for everyone to experience the thrilling twists ahead, and eagerly looking forward to the show’s premiere on ZEE5 on 1st November”.
Naveen Kasturia mentioned, “Being part of a show with such a successful first season is both a pleasure and a responsibility, and I’m excited to take it on. This role is unlike anything I’ve done before—it’s something fresh and intriguing for viewers. I’m particularly thrilled to share the screen with Huma Qureshi and Rajit Kapur, both of whom are incredible actors and I have had a great time sharing screen space with them. I’m eager for everyone to see how my character unfolds in the thrilling world of ‘Mithya”.
‘Mithya – The Darker Chapter’ premieres on 1st November 2024 on ZEE5!
