MUMBAI: OTT platform Zee5 has announced the digital premiere of ‘Vedaa, Samvidhan Ka Rakshak’ on 10 October.
Directed by Nikkhil Advani and brought to life by Zee Studios, Emmay Entertainment, and JA Entertainment, this drama features John Abraham, Sharvari along with Abhishek Banerjee, Tamannaah Bhatia and Ashish Vidyarthi. Inspired by real-life events, ‘Vedaa’ follows the journey of a determined Dalit girl and boldly addresses the pressing issues of caste-based injustices and crimes.
‘Vedaa, Samvidhan Ka Rakshak’ is a story of Major Abhimanyu Kanwar [John Abraham], a court-martialed army officer, whose path intertwines with Vedaa [Sharvari], a determined Dalit woman on a relentless quest for justice. Together, they face deep-rooted societal challenges, battling against oppressive forces like the Chief of the village played by Abhishek Banerjee who threatens to silence them. As they uncover painful truths and fight for redemption, the film weaves a powerful narrative of courage, resilience, and the pursuit of justice.
‘Samvidhan Ka Rakshak’ combines action with a social message. Viewers can watch Vedaa, Samvidhan Ka Rakshak in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
Manish Kalra chief business officer Zee5 India stated, “At Zee5, we believe that cinema can inspire change and ‘Vedaa,’ embodies this spirit by shedding light on pressing social issues through its powerful narrative and creative storytelling. We are proud to present this film that entertains and sparks meaningful conversations about justice and resilience. The film aligns perfectly with our thought of connecting, collaborating, and communicating with our viewers through impactful and transformative stories. With ‘Vedaa’’, we are strengthening ZEE5’s commitment of delivering quality content that not only resonates with diverse audience segments but also drives positive change in society.”
Umesh Kr Bansal, CBO, Zee Studios said, “With Vedaa’ now releasing on ZEE5, we’re excited that this powerful story of resilience will reach an even wider audience. It reflects our commitment to impactful storytelling, and we believe its compelling narrative and strong performances will deeply resonate with viewers.”
Producer, Madhu Bhojwani, Emmay Entertainment said, “We are excited to bring Vedaa, to an even larger audience with its digital premiere. When we started the journey to make this film, it was driven by the need to tell a story that inspires and empowers, and we can’t wait for more people to join the conversation through its digital release.”
Advani said, “I believe ‘Vedaa,’ not only entertains but also sheds light on important issues. From the very beginning, our aim with this film was to tell a story that sparks meaningful conversations, and we look forward to more viewers experiencing its message now through the film’s release on Zee5”.
Abraham said, “I’m proud to be part of a film that not only entertains but also empowers. Vedaa, inspires women to embrace their strength and also encourages all of us to support and uplift one another. The film is very important and relevant in today’s day and age which is a powerful reminder that when women thrive, we all thrive. I can’t wait for audiences of Zee5 to experience this transformative message in Vedaa.”
Lead actor Sharvari expressed, “I’m excited for the digital release of ‘Vedaa,’ on ZEE5! Playing Vedaa Berwa has been an enriching experience for me. She is someone who seeked equality and justice. I felt her fire to stand up and fight for what is right. Its very overwhelming to receive so much love and appreciation for Vedaa, and it means the world to me to be part of a film that makes you think. Through boxing and martial arts training, Vedaa discovers her strength and voice in the film. I can’t wait for audiences to witness her inspiring journey!”