After an extended wait, Diljit Dosanjh's long-shelved mystery-comedy Detective Sherdil is finally gearing up for its release. The film, which wrapped up production years ago but never made it to theatres, will now premiere directly on ZEE5. With a blend of suspense, humour, and a stellar ensemble cast, the movie is set to arrive on the streaming platform on June 20, 2025.
ZEE5 Confirms Release Date With New Poster
The official announcement was made on Sunday, June 8, by the makers and ZEE5, who also shared the movie’s poster across social media platforms. The streaming platform wrote, “Sherdil’s detective skills are about to be an ATE/10. Don't say we didn't warn ya. #DetectiveSherdil premiering on 20th June, only on #ZEE5!” The poster, which featured Diljit Dosanjh in a dark green turban and cool attire, was accompanied by the tagline “Sherdil Aa Gaya Oye,” generating excitement among fans.
Detective Sherdil is directed by debutant Ravi Chhabriya, who previously served as assistant director on several Ali Abbas Zafar films including Sultan, Tiger Zinda Hai, and Bharat. This new project marks his directorial debut and has been co-written by Zafar, Sagar Bajaj, and Chhabriya. The film was shot in Budapest and features Diljit as a quirky detective trying to crack a bizarre case filled with secrets and eccentric suspects.
Star-Studded Cast
Alongside Diljit Dosanjh in the lead role, the film features Diana Penty, Boman Irani, Ratna Pathak Shah, Chunky Panday, Banita Sandhu, and Sumeet Vyas. The movie is jointly produced by Himanshu Mehra, Ali Abbas Zafar, Rohini Singh, and Manmeet Singh under the banners of AAZ Films, Offside Entertainment, and Maurya Entertainment.
Ali Abbas Zafar and Diljit Reunite
This marks the second collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh and producer Ali Abbas Zafar following their critically appreciated drama Jogi. In a statement, Zafar said, “Diljit and I have previously worked on Jogi. After wrapping that film, I was sure we must work together again. He is one of the biggest stars we have, and now, as we bring Detective Sherdil to audiences on ZEE5, I still can’t believe we’ve wrapped up our second collaboration!”
In a 2023 interview, Diljit revealed that he took up the project immediately on Zafar’s request without reading the full script. “I came on-board right away. [Ali Abbas Zafar] had sent me a script - I didn't read that too. I read two pages of the script during my flight where I had a hearty laugh since it was all in English. I just did the film on Ali sir's orders,” the actor said.
Detective Sherdil follows a string of diverse roles for Dosanjh. After starring in Imtiaz Ali’s Amar Singh Chamkila and the unreleased in India but internationally premiered Punjab 95, he is also preparing for the release of Sardaarji 3, which hits theatres on June 27.
With its unique blend of humour and mystery, Detective Sherdil is shaping up to be a family-friendly entertainer. The trailer is expected to drop soon ahead of its OTT release on June 20.
ZEE5 Confirms Release Date With New Poster
The official announcement was made on Sunday, June 8, by the makers and ZEE5, who also shared the movie’s poster across social media platforms. The streaming platform wrote, “Sherdil’s detective skills are about to be an ATE/10. Don't say we didn't warn ya. #DetectiveSherdil premiering on 20th June, only on #ZEE5!” The poster, which featured Diljit Dosanjh in a dark green turban and cool attire, was accompanied by the tagline “Sherdil Aa Gaya Oye,” generating excitement among fans.Detective Sherdil is directed by debutant Ravi Chhabriya, who previously served as assistant director on several Ali Abbas Zafar films including Sultan, Tiger Zinda Hai, and Bharat. This new project marks his directorial debut and has been co-written by Zafar, Sagar Bajaj, and Chhabriya. The film was shot in Budapest and features Diljit as a quirky detective trying to crack a bizarre case filled with secrets and eccentric suspects.
Star-Studded Cast
Alongside Diljit Dosanjh in the lead role, the film features Diana Penty, Boman Irani, Ratna Pathak Shah, Chunky Panday, Banita Sandhu, and Sumeet Vyas. The movie is jointly produced by Himanshu Mehra, Ali Abbas Zafar, Rohini Singh, and Manmeet Singh under the banners of AAZ Films, Offside Entertainment, and Maurya Entertainment.Ali Abbas Zafar and Diljit Reunite
This marks the second collaboration between Diljit Dosanjh and producer Ali Abbas Zafar following their critically appreciated drama Jogi. In a statement, Zafar said, “Diljit and I have previously worked on Jogi. After wrapping that film, I was sure we must work together again. He is one of the biggest stars we have, and now, as we bring Detective Sherdil to audiences on ZEE5, I still can’t believe we’ve wrapped up our second collaboration!”In a 2023 interview, Diljit revealed that he took up the project immediately on Zafar’s request without reading the full script. “I came on-board right away. [Ali Abbas Zafar] had sent me a script - I didn't read that too. I read two pages of the script during my flight where I had a hearty laugh since it was all in English. I just did the film on Ali sir's orders,” the actor said.
Detective Sherdil follows a string of diverse roles for Dosanjh. After starring in Imtiaz Ali’s Amar Singh Chamkila and the unreleased in India but internationally premiered Punjab 95, he is also preparing for the release of Sardaarji 3, which hits theatres on June 27.
With its unique blend of humour and mystery, Detective Sherdil is shaping up to be a family-friendly entertainer. The trailer is expected to drop soon ahead of its OTT release on June 20.
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