No matter how far life takes you, some stories continue to feel instinctively familiar. They echo in the cadence of a language once spoken around the dinner table, in the landscapes that still feel like home, and in emotions that don’t need explanation or subtitles. These are the stories that travel with you, shaped by memory, culture and lived experience.
Catering to viewers across 190 countries in the world, ZEE5 Global - the largest digital destination for South Asian content brings together a thoughtfully curated set of regional narratives spanning Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada and Punjabi cinema. Each one carries its own rhythm and voice, yet all are bound by a sense of rootedness and universal emotional truth. This festive season, these titles offer a chance to reconnect, with places remembered, perspectives that feel personal, and storytelling that lingers long after the screen fades to black.
Here’s what deserves a place on your watchlist right now.
Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat (Hindi Film)
A romantic drama that explores the fine line between admiration and obsession
Starring: Harshvardhan Rane, Sonam Bajwa
Director: Milap Zaveri
Language: Hindi
ZEE5 Global Release Date - December 26, 2025
Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat follows Vikramaditya, a charming and intense admirer of rising star Adaa Randhawa. What starts as simple admiration slowly deepens into a consuming obsession, testing the boundaries of love, desire, and control. The story focuses on emotional choices and their consequences, building steadily rather than relying on typical romantic clichés. It’s a film that lingers, leaving you reflecting on how passion can turn from devotion into turbulence.
Nayanam (Telugu Web Series)
A psychological sci-fi thriller that quietly unsettles
Starring: Varun Sandesh, Priyanka M Jain, Uttej
Director: Swathi Prakash Mantripragada
Language: Telugu
Now Streaming on ZEE5 Global
Nayanam follows an ophthalmologist whose work focuses on how people see and perceive the world. As he gets deeper into his research, his professional curiosity starts crossing personal and ethical lines. What begins as controlled experimentation slowly affects his relationships and the people who trust him. The series unfolds as a steady psychological thriller, focusing on the choices he makes and the consequences that follow, rather than loud twists or fast action. It’s the kind of story that builds quietly and keeps you thinking even after an episode ends.
Dominic & The Ladies’ Purse (Malayalam Film)
A crime-comedy elevated by Mammootty’s effortless presence
Starring: Mammootty, Gokul Suresh, Sushmitha Bhat
Director: Gautham Vasudev Menon
Language: Malayalam
Now Streaming on ZEE5 Global
Dominic & The Ladies’ Purse follows Dominic, a private detective played by Mammootty, who is drawn into a case after a woman’s purse goes missing. What seems like a small incident soon leads him to uncover a series of connected events involving different people and hidden motives. The film mixes investigation with light humour, focusing on how Dominic pieces the puzzle together. With Mammootty at the centre, the story moves at an easy pace and keeps the mystery engaging without becoming too serious.
Middle Class (Tamil Film)
A grounded look at ambition, family and everyday realities
Starring: Kaali Venkat, Munishkanth, Vijayalakshmi, Radha Ravi
Director: Kishore M Ramalingam
Language: Tamil
ZEE5 Global Release Date: 25th December Onwards
Middle Class is a Tamil comedy drama that follows an ordinary man trying to fulfil a long-held dream while dealing with the everyday pressures of family and finances. Set against familiar middle-class surroundings, the film looks at how ambition, responsibility and circumstance collide, often leading to situations that are as chaotic as they are heartfelt. Directed by Kishore M Ramalingam, the story blends humour with emotion, focusing on relatable moments and family dynamics rather than big drama. With performances by Kaali Venkat, Munishkanth, Vijayalakshmi and Radha Ravi, Middle Class is an easy, feel-good watch that reflects the quiet struggles and small victories of everyday life.
Godday Godday Chaa 2 (Punjabi Film)
A warm, celebratory family entertainer
Starring: Ammy Virk, Tania, Jassi Gill, Jasmin Bajwa
Director: Vijay Kumar Arora
Language: Punjabi
Now Streaming on ZEE5 Global
Godday Godday Chaa 2 is a Punjabi family comedy set around wedding celebrations, where differing opinions, generational clashes and long-held traditions lead to plenty of confusion and humour. The film follows how family members navigate expectations, customs, and relationships during a high-energy wedding setting. Building on the themes of the first film, the sequel mixes light comedy with emotional moments, making it a warm, easy watch that focuses on family bonds and cultural traditions.
