ZEE5 is all set to premiere its latest Telugu Original, Panchanama, on September 11. The investigative thriller blends crime, mystery and emotional drama, revolving around a gripping case in which every death appears to open the door to another mystery.
Ahead of the premiere, the makers organized a special screening of the first episode followed by a press meet at Prasad Labs in Hyderabad on September 9. The cast and crew interacted with the media and shared insights into their characters, the storyline and their experience of bringing the series to audiences.
For producer Udaya Bhanu, Panchanama marks the fulfillment of a dream she has pursued for nearly 15 years. Speaking about her journey into production and the support she received from ZEE5, she said, “Panchanama is the realization of a dream I have carried for nearly 15 years. I am deeply grateful to ZEE5 and Anu ma’am for trusting me with this project and giving me the opportunity to step into production.”
She also praised the entire team for their commitment to the project, particularly given the demanding production schedule. According to Udaya Bhanu, the team worked with passion and dedication to deliver a quality series within a tight timeframe.
She further explained that while the core elements of the original story were retained, the team developed a fresh narrative with the support of writer Nagendra, director Mohan Srivatsa, DOP Sandeep and the wider technical and creative crew. She credited every cast and crew member for contributing to the final product.
Reflecting on her journey, Udaya Bhanu added, “I strongly believe that when a door closes, we must create our own path.” She described Panchanama as only the beginning of Udaya Bhanu Productions and expressed her desire to continue producing meaningful stories while encouraging new talent.
The producer also opened up about the emotional experience of reaching this milestone after years of struggle. She said, “I believe being emotional is a strength. In today’s world, sensitivity has become rare, and I am happy to remain the way I am.” She added that while thanking ZEE5 for the opportunity, memories of her 15-year journey, struggles and the many stories she had carried with her came rushing back, leaving her emotional.
The series features Bharath Srinivasan as Jai Ram, with Medha Reddy, Shivaji Raja, Surya Srinivas, Srija, Radhika Preethi, Charan Babu and Shiva Karthik Danda in key roles.
With its combination of crime, mystery and emotional drama, Panchanama is expected to offer an intriguing investigative narrative. The series will premiere on ZEE5 on September 11, marking an important new chapter in Udaya Bhanu’s journey as a producer.
