National, 10 October 2025: ZEE5, India’s largest home-grown video streaming platform, continues its commitment to bringing socially relevant and culturally rooted stories to audiences with the launch of its latest Marathi original series, Baai Tujhyapayi. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Nipun Dharmadhikari, written by Nikhil Khaire and Mukta Bamthe, the series will premiere exclusively on ZEE5.
Adapted from Tamil Zee5 series ‘Ayali’ written by Muthukumar, Baai Tujhyapayi is set in the early 90s in Vesaicha Vadgaon, Baai Tujhyapayi traces the inspiring journey of Ahilya (played by Sajiri Joshi), a spirited young girl determined to challenge oppressive traditions and pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. Anchored in themes of education, equality, and empowerment, the series sheds light on the struggles of countless women silenced by superstition and societal norms.
The show features a powerhouse cast including Sajiri Joshi, Kshitee Jog, Siddhesh Dhuri, Shivraj Waichal, Vibhavari Deshpande, Gautami Kachi, Anil Kamble, and Anil More in pivotal roles. Together, they bring to life a powerful story that blends family drama with a social message.
Hema V.R., Business Head, Marathi ZEE5, said, “At ZEE5, our focus is on championing content that sparks conversations and creates impact, and ‘Baai Tujhyapayi’ reflects this vision. The first ‘why’ is never easy — but it is always the most powerful. Baai Tujhyapayi captures that moment of courage when a young girl chooses to question rather than conform. I’m proud that Marathi ZEE5 is championing narratives that reflect our reality, challenge norms, and celebrate strength.” By collaborating with strong storytellers like Nipun Dharmadhikari and a talented cast, we are proud to present – a story that will not just entertain but also awaken.”
Nipun Dharmadhikari, Director of the series, said, “Baai Tujhyapayi is very close to my heart because it speaks of the courage it takes to stand up against centuries of blind faith. Through Ahilya’s story, we want to remind audiences that change often begins with one determined voice. I’m grateful to ZEE5 for backing such a relevant subject and giving us the platform to take it to a wider audience.”
Talking about the show, Producer Keyur Godse Sixteen by Sixty-Four productions shared, “With Baai Tujhyapayi, our goal was to tell a rooted story that feels both authentic and universal. While the setting is rural Maharashtra in the 90s, the themes of equality, freedom, and education are still extremely relevant today. We are proud to partner with ZEE5 to bring this powerful story to audiences everywhere.”
With its authentic period setting, nuanced performances, and Dharmadhikari’s compelling vision, Baai Tujhyapayi is poised to be a thought-provoking addition to ZEE5’s slate of bold Marathi originals.
Witness Ahilya’s fight against blind faith and her pursuit of knowledge – Baai Tujhyapayi streams soon on ZEE5
About ZEE5
ZEE5 is India’s largest homegrown video streaming platform and the global destination for South Asian content, reaching viewers across 190+ countries. As the streaming platform of ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., a leading content and technology powerhouse, With a focus on ‘Apni Bhasha, Apni Kahaniyan’ (multiple languages, infinite stories)., ZEE5 drives a language-first platform approach, delivering hyper-local content, language specific packs and deeply personalized experiences in seven languages, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Malayalam, Kannada, and Marathi. With a vast library spanning Originals, Indian and international films, TV shows, kids’ content, news, live TV, and bite-sized micro dramas, ZEE5 is the destination for diverse, multilingual content for Indians everywhere.