Mumbai: COLORS is ready to take viewers on a turbulent, laughter-filled journey with its latest sitcom, ‘Zyada Mat Udd’. Premiering March 8, this aviation-based comedy promises high-altitude chaos, quirky characters, and non-stop entertainment. Starring Shehzad Shaikh, Helly Shah, and Aishwarya Sakhuja, the show will air every Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 PM only on COLORS.
Set against the backdrop of Air-Aasman Airlines, the story follows Goldie Khurana (Shehzad Shaikh), a privileged heir whose world turns upside down when he learns that his inheritance isn’t secured just yet. To claim his rightful place as the airline’s owner, he must first win the “Flight Attendant of the Year” award. Forced to go undercover as rookie steward Gopal, Goldie must navigate the unpredictability of air travel, demanding passengers, and an eccentric crew—all while keeping his real identity under wraps.
Joining him is Kajal Thakkar (Helly Shah), a smart and ambitious air hostess who sees marrying rich as her golden ticket to a luxurious life—unaware that her ideal match is working right beside her. Meanwhile, Shilpa Srivastava (Aishwarya Sakhuja), the tough-as-nails head stewardess with Bollywood dreams, ensures that Goldie’s journey from privilege to paycheck is anything but smooth.
Passengers aboard Air-Aasman Airlines should be more concerned about the crew’s spectacular incompetence than the turbulence! Will Goldie survive the madness, or will his cover be blown mid-flight?
Shehzad Shaikh, expressing excitement about playing Goldie aka Gopal, said, “Goldie is a man who has always lived a life of privilege, with success handed to him on a silver platter. But now, he’s been thrown into the deep end—stripped of his status and forced to take orders instead of giving them. His journey from a cushioned heir to a struggling steward is a turbulent ride of comedy, chaos, and self-discovery. That’s what makes Zyada Mat Udd so unique—it’s a show packed with humor and heart, where every hilarious mishap brings Goldie closer to understanding what true leadership means. It’s an absolute privilege to be entrusted with a concept as fresh as this. An aviation-based sitcom is a rarity, and I’m truly grateful to be at the helm of something so novel. I can’t wait for audiences to board this madcap flight with us!”
Helly Shah, speaking about her role as Kajal, shared, “My character Kajal is ambitious, sharp, and ready to chart her own course, but with a shortcut. She sees Air Aasman as a stepping stone to a life of comfort and is convinced by her mother through her tarot card tricks that marrying rich is her golden ticket. Little does she know, the very person she’s searching for is right under her nose, serving in-flight refreshments! That’s the charm of Zyada Mat Udd—it fuses humor with compelling character arcs, set against the backdrop of an industry rarely explored on television. Coming back to COLORS after four years makes this project even more special, and stepping into a genre so different from my past work is both exciting and refreshing. Exploring comedy in such an unconventional setting is a fantastic challenge, and I’m eager for audiences to join us on this journey.”
Aishwarya Sakhuja, on playing Shilpa, added, ““I’m thrilled about essaying Shilpa, who’s not just the boss of the cabin crew but someone who dreams of becoming a Bollywood superstar. She had to take an unexpected detour into the world of Air Aasman after a short stint in B-grade movies. She channels her inner diva in front of the crew by making their lives difficult—making her the boss who everyone loves to hate. What makes Shilpa even more interesting is that she isn’t an out-and-out good or bad character. She has layers, flaws, and vulnerabilities—just like all of us. Through this journey, she will learn and grow through those flaws. That’s what makes her so real and engaging. Zyada Mat Udd is special because it brings a completely new setting to television, packed with humor, chaos, and characters that are wonderfully flawed yet incredibly relatable. COLORS has once again pushed creative boundaries with this unique concept, and I’m looking forward to spearheading it!”.
The sitcom boasts an ensemble cast, including:
- Gaurav Amlani as Anees Rizvi, a ruffian with a soft spot for Kajal
- Bhawsheel Sahni as Chanpreet ‘Touchy’ Chatwal, the crew’s sensitive soul
- Rewati Chhetri as Liza Wangsu, the queen of morbid humor
- Vishal Malhotra as Ranjeet Arora, a smooth-talking pilot with a mischievous streak
- Tarranum Khan as Anu Arora Ahluwalia, a no-nonsense pilot with a touch of sass
- Vivek Mushran as Satish Khurana, Goldie’s flamboyant, ghostly father giving reality checks
- Rajesh Balwani as Ferrero, Goldie’s ever-reliable Man Friday
The show will also feature special guest appearances by Kunal Karan Kapoor, veteran comedian Guddi Maruti, and versatile actress Neelu Kohli, who will add even more entertainment to the already chaotic airline crew.
The flight of laughter will take off in ‘Zyada Mat Udd’; premieres on 8th March and thereafter airs every Saturday – Sunday at 11.00 pm only on COLORS.
