Mumbai: Zee5 has announced a strategic partnership with Collective Studios’ Historyverse to launch a slate of six AI-driven original titles inspired by Indian mythology, history, folklore and cultural traditions. The collaboration marks one of the most ambitious AI-led storytelling initiatives by an Indian streaming platform, leveraging emerging technology to create immersive entertainment experiences for audiences in India and globally.
Through this partnership, Zee5 and Historyverse aim to explore new possibilities in content creation by combining India’s rich storytelling legacy with AI-enabled creative innovation. The initiative reflects Zee5’s focus on developing future-ready entertainment formats that enhance storytelling experiences while preserving cultural authenticity.
The six-title slate includes Garud – Ek Yodha Ki Gatha, Narmada Manasa Sundari- Shiv Parvati Ki Putriyan, Vikram Betal Aur Nar Pishachani, Shiv Sati Ki Ek Anant Prem Kahani, Param Sundari Chandrakanta Ki Amar Prem Katha and Bhakto Ke Bhagwan Tirupati Balaji. Drawing from mythology, folklore, history and classic literary traditions, these titles will transform iconic narratives into visually immersive AI-powered experiences designed for contemporary audiences.
Each title will premiere across seven Indian languages — Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Malayalam, Kannada and Bangla — enabling wider accessibility and bringing India’s timeless stories to audiences across diverse regions and international markets.
Commenting on the collaboration, Tejkarran Singh Bajaj, Business Head – Zee5 India, said, “The future of entertainment will be defined not just by the stories we tell, but by the technology that powers them. At Zee5, we see AI and emerging technologies as catalysts for the next era of storytelling, unlocking new creative possibilities, accelerating innovation, and enabling immersive, interactive experiences at scale. Our partnership with Collective Studios’ Historyverse reflects this vision, bringing together cutting-edge technology with India’s rich storytelling heritage to create future-facing entertainment IPs that are built for a global audience. As the entertainment landscape evolves, we remain committed to championing innovation that reimagines how stories are created, experienced, and discovered.”
Vijay Subramaniam, Founder & Group CEO, Collective Artists Network, said, “India’s mythology, history and folklore are among the world’s richest storytelling traditions, with a timeless ability to inspire, entertain and spark imagination across generations. At HistoryVerse, our ambition is to honour these stories while reimagining how they can be experienced by contemporary audiences”.
He added, “Partnering with Zee5 on this slate is a significant milestone for us. Together, we’re bringing culturally rooted narratives to life in fresh, immersive formats that remain true to their essence while opening them up to new audiences in India and beyond.”
The collaboration highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence as a creative enabler in the entertainment industry, allowing creators and platforms to experiment with new formats, visual styles and audience experiences. By combining AI-driven production capabilities with India’s diverse cultural narratives, Zee5 and Historyverse aim to create a new generation of entertainment intellectual properties with global appeal.
