Mumbai: ZEE5 has announced the launch and trailer release of its new supernatural family comedy Gharwali Pedwali, marking a major milestone as the first-ever &TV original to premiere directly on ZEE5. Set in Varanasi, the series blends heartland humour with a fresh paranormal twist and signals the beginning of a renewed, differentiated comedy slate from ZEE5 in partnership with &TV.
Gharwali Pedwali follows Jeetu Pandey, whose wedding day takes an unexpected turn when he is compelled to marry a peepal tree to neutralise his horoscope. Unknown to him, the tree is home to Latika — a ghost trapped for decades. The ritual binds Latika to Jeetu as his “first wife”, triggering a series of supernatural mishaps as Jeetu finds himself caught between his modern gharwali Savi and his traditional pedwali Latika.
Featuring Paras Arora, Priyamvada Kant, and Seerat Kapoor, the series promises fast-paced, culturally resonant entertainment through 20–22-minute episodes.
Sharing his experience, Paras Arora said, “Jeetu’s world is a circus he never signed up for, and that’s exactly what makes playing him so entertaining. I loved exploring how an ordinary man reacts when he’s suddenly pulled into extraordinary chaos. What made this journey truly special was how naturally humour and emotion flowed together. Priyamvada and Seerat brought so much warmth and energy to every scene that it never felt like work. I’m genuinely excited for viewers to dive into this madness and choas on ZEE5. It’s a show that will make you laugh, feel, and root for this very confused, very lovable man.”
Priyamvada Kant added, “Playing Latika felt like stepping into a space where innocence meets mischief, and I absolutely loved that balance. She may be a ghost, but she’s full of heart, emotion, and old-school values, which makes her so unique and endearing. What I enjoyed most was creating her warmth — she isn’t scary; she’s the kind of bhootni you’d want to hug. Paras and Seerat were such wonderful collaborators, and together we discovered a fun, quirky rhythm within our strange little family. I’m thrilled for audiences to meet Latika on ZEE5. She’s unlike any character I’ve played before.”
Seerat Kapoor shared, “Savi brings a very real, modern sensibility into this wonderfully chaotic world, and that contrast was exciting to explore. Her reactions, frustrations, and softer moments felt so natural because she’s surrounded by unbelievable situations yet still tries to keep everything together. Working with Paras and Priyamvada was a joy — the three of us found a chemistry that made even the wildest scenes feel effortless. What excites me most is that the show blends humour, heart, and a touch of magic all in one. I can’t wait for audiences to enjoy Savi’s rollercoaster first on ZEE5.”
