ZEE5 Global announces premiere of Fawad Khan – Sanam Saeed starrer Zindagi show, ‘Barzakh’ on July 19

ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, is expanding its horizons with its most anticipated web series, Barzakh by offering a glimpse into the enchanting World of Barzakh with six artistic posters. This groundbreaking show is directed by Asim Abbasi, the maverick behind the web series Churails and Cake. After Barzakh’s acclaimed premiere at the prestigious Series Mania Festival in France, the series will be available to audiences worldwide on ZEE5 Global and Zee Zindagi from Friday, July 19th. It stars Fawad Khan, a global favorite icon, and the talented Sanam Saeed.

Barzakh follows the poignant journey of a 76-year-old reclusive man who invites his estranged children and grandchildren to his remote valley resort to celebrate an extraordinary and unconventional event—his wedding with the ghost of his first true love. This emotionally profound narrative makes viewers think about life’s mysteries, what happens after death, and the deep feeling of love that ties us together.

The series unfolds against the backdrop of the picturesque Hunza Valley, showcasing its ethereal beauty and bringing the narrative to life.

Alongside Fawad Khan & Sanam Saeed, the 6-episode series boasts of an exceptional ensemble cast, including Salman Shahid, M. Fawad Khan, Eman Suleman, Khushhal Khan, Faiza Gillani, Anika Zulfikar, Franco Giusti among others. Notably, Barzakh reunites Fawad and Sanam for the first time since their superhit show Zindagi Gulzar Hai 12 years ago.

Produced by Shailja Kejriwal and Waqas Hassan, with cinematography by Mo Azmi, Barzakh is a collaborative effort of visionary talents in the industry.

Furthermore, Barzakh bravely explores themes of mental health, postpartum depression, generational trauma and gender inclusivity through a gripping narrative that challenges societal conventions. It also delves into the profound role of folklore in the complex tapestry of human existence, prompting viewers to contemplate life’s nuances.

Director Asim Abbasi said, “All storytellers dream of moments like this in their career, where they are allowed to run wild. Barzakh is just that – me running wild through this forest of fear and hope and magic – to create something a little bit spiritual and a whole lot of trippy. It’s a story about love and faith. About humans desperately looking for connections and meaning. Fragile, broken souls, looking to hold on to whatever they can, to make sense of this big, bad, beautiful thing called life. Thanks to Shailja and Zindagi, Barzakh has truly been a once in a lifetime opportunity for me. And whilst I hope the six hours of this series thoroughly mesmerise and entertain audiences; more than that, I hope that the ‘Land of Nowhere’ changes a small part of their heart, in an unexpected way. The way it changed so many of us, involved in its making.”

Don’t miss the global premiere of ‘Barzakh’ streaming from July 19 on ZEE5 Global across the globe.