ZEE5 Global, the largest OTT platform for South Asian content, is all set to premiere its latest Bengali original series ‘Abar Proloy’ on 11th August. The series is directed and produced by Raj Chakraborty, one of the most successful filmmakers in the Bengali film industry.
‘Abar Proloy’ is a thrilling cop drama that revolves around the hunt for a notorious human trafficker who has been operating in the Sunderbans for years. The series brings back the popular character of Animesh Dutta, a special crime branch officer who was first seen in Raj Chakraborty’s 2016 film ‘Proloy’. Animesh Dutta is played by Saswata Chatterjee, who is known for his versatile roles in films like ‘Kahaani’, ‘Jagga Jasoos’, and ‘Byomkesh Bakshi’.
The series also features an ensemble cast of talented actors, including Gaurav Chakrabarty, Paran Bandopadhyay, Ritwick Chakraborty, Koushani Mukherjee, and June Maliah. The series promises to deliver a gripping story with high-octane action sequences, stunning visuals of the Sunderbans, and a powerful message about the social evil of human trafficking.
Archana Anand, Chief Business Officer, ZEE5 Global, said, “We are pleased to team up with Raj Chakraborty for his inaugural web series, ‘Abar Proloy’. This captivating thriller delves into the prevailing issue of human trafficking, offering thought-provoking insights. Boasting exceptional performances and a compelling storyline, the series promises to enthrall our audience while leaving a profound impact.”
Raj Chakraborty, Producer and Director of ‘Abar Proloy’, said, “Any form of content should showcase the raw and real nature of the world, with a hint of entertainment. While making ‘Abar Proloy’, I wanted to cultivate awareness about the criminality of human trafficking that targets innocent, minor girls. Saswata Chatterjee’s marvelous embodiment of Animesh Dutta helped me create an essence of fearlessness instilled by a heroic cop with a calm and chill attitude. The entire cast and crew have given it their heart and soul to bring alive individual characters and my vision for my first web series. I am optimistic about the audience response to my debut in the digital space.”
Saswata Chatterjee, who plays Animesh Dutta, said, “Animesh Dutta is a character that is very close to me. I have always loved crime and detective dramas, and I am grateful to Raj for believing that I would be a perfect fit for this character. I am very excited to see the audience’s reaction to the revival of Animesh in ‘Abar Proloy’.”
Gaurav Chakrabarty, who plays Kanu, said, “I have mostly played the dashing, charming heroes in my career. Essaying the character of ‘Kanu’ in ‘Abar Proloy’ has been a much-needed refresher. I was a little anxious about this change, but the confidence that Raj da, Saswata da, and my other co-stars showed in me, helped me do justice to my character. I am really eager to know how my fans will respond to this new ‘bad-boy’ version of me.”
Koushani Mukherjee, who plays Ria, said, “My debut in this industry was with Raj Chakraborty Sir’s direction. It brings me immense joy to be able to be a part of this new journey in the digital space with him. All the hard work and effort we have put into this web series will be worth it when viewers enjoy watching our series ‘Abar Proloy’ on ZEE5 Global.”
‘Abar Proloy’ will be available for streaming on ZEE5 Global from 11th August onwards. Don’t miss this exciting series that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Abar Proloy Trailer
