Amol Palekar, Barun Sobti to star in ZEE5 Original film ‘200’

Streaming platform ZEE5 on Monday announced its new film “200”, featuring actors Amol Palekar, Barun Sobti and “Sairat” star Rinku Rajguru.

“200” is directed by Sarthak Dasgupta and backed by Yoodlee Films – the film production arm of Saregama. According to the makers, the film will describe the “oppression and injustice of Dalit women”.

‘200’ also stars Sahil Khattar, Saloni Batra, Indranil Sengupta and Upendra Limaye. Nimisha Pandey, Head, Hindi Originals, ZEE5 India said, “It was important for a “powerful” story like “200” to reach the world and “uncover the harsh realities that still exist.”

“We are delighted to collaborate with Saregama and Yoodlee Films and hope this film reaches as many people as possible and leads to a much needed conversation,” Pandey said in a statement.

Siddharth Anand Kumar, Vice President, Films, Saregama said that “200” is a “real and relevant” story that needs to be told. “We have always endeavored to make films that have an urgency and message to the society. Using a true incident as a backdrop, the film sheds light on issues of racism and examines the nature of justice and oppression. .

Kumar said, “The film raises more questions than it answers, and we hope it will spark debate on these important issues.” The film will premiere soon on ZEE5.