ZEE5 is all set to unveil a thrilling new original titled Saali Mohabbat, a suspense-packed crime drama that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Directed by the acclaimed Tisca Chopra, the series brings together a powerhouse cast led by Radhika Apte, Divyendu Sharma, Anurag Kashyap, Anshumaan Pushkar, and Souraseni Maitra. The series premieres on 12th December 2025, and its official trailer has already set social media buzzing.
A Murder. A Mystery. And a Housewife at the Center of It All.
At the heart of Saali Mohabbat is Smita, a soft-spoken small-town housewife portrayed brilliantly by Radhika Apte. Her world comes crashing down when she discovers her husband and her cousin dead under mysterious circumstances. What begins as a tragedy soon spirals into a psychological battle when the local police officer, Ratan, played by Divyendu Sharma, starts suspecting Smita herself.
Is Smita a grieving wife caught in unfortunate circumstances?
Or is she hiding something?
The trailer teases a complex web of lies, love, betrayal, and hidden intentions, making the audience question every character’s truth.
A High-Stakes Cat-and-Mouse Chase
What appears at first to be a simple domestic tragedy quickly transforms into a nerve-wracking game between Smita and Ratan. As the investigation deepens, secrets unravel, motives emerge, and every clue leads to a new twist.
The dynamic between Radhika Apte and Divyendu Sharma forms the spine of the narrative—intense, unpredictable, and emotionally charged.
A Stellar Cast That Elevates the Suspense
Saali Mohabbat boasts an impressive ensemble cast:
- Radhika Apte — delivering another layered performance as a woman caught between victimhood and suspicion
- Divyendu Sharma — portraying a sharp-witted yet morally ambiguous cop
- Anurag Kashyap — known for playing unconventional, gritty roles that add depth to the story
- Anshumaan Pushkar — bringing solid screen presence to the mystery
- Souraseni Maitra — adding freshness and intrigue to the narrative
With Tisca Chopra’s direction steering the storytelling into a dark, emotionally intense terrain, the series is poised to be a must-watch thriller.
Why “Saali Mohabbat” Is One to Watch
- A strong female-led narrative with Radhika Apte in top form
- Tightly woven suspense that keeps the viewer guessing
- A raw, realistic depiction of small-town complexities
- Stylish yet grounded direction by Tisca Chopra
- A gripping blend of crime, drama, and psychological tension
Premieres December 12, 2025 on ZEE5
With its mix of stellar performances and an edge-of-the-seat plot, Saali Mohabbat is gearing up to be one of ZEE5’s biggest thriller releases of the year.
