ZEE5 on Tuesday unveiled the trailer of its upcoming Hindi Original series Shabad – Reet Aur Riwaaz, a poignant six-episode drama that explores the fragile emotional terrain of a father–son relationship, generational expectations, and the courage it takes to forge one’s own identity. Produced by Rusk Media and directed by Ameet Guptha, the series stars Mihir Ahuja and Suvinder Vicky in lead roles and will premiere exclusively on ZEE5 on February 6.
Shabad- Reet Aur Riwaaz trailer
Set against the evocative backdrop of Punjab, Shabad follows the journey of Ghuppi Singh, a 16-year-old boy living with a chronic stammer, who harbours dreams that sharply contrast with his family’s deeply rooted legacy. His father, Harminder Singh, a respected Ragi singer who also navigates the corporate world, expects Ghuppi to carry forward the sacred tradition of devotional music. However, Ghuppi finds his true sense of freedom and self-expression not in hymns, but on the football field.
As generational tensions rise and emotional fault lines deepen, Shabad sensitively explores the conflict between legacy and aspiration, inheritance and individuality. The series poses a compelling question: Is legacy something we inherit, or something we choose for ourselves? As faith, fear, love and ambition intersect, both father and son are forced to confront their deepest vulnerabilities—learning that coexistence is born not from authority, but from empathy and understanding.
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Mihir and Suvinder on their characters
Speaking about his character, Mihir Ahuja said, “Ghuppi is one of the most vulnerable and honest characters I’ve played. His stammer isn’t just a speech condition—it reflects everything he struggles to express: fear, desire, ambition, and the need to be accepted. Shabad captures that pivotal moment in every young person’s life when you’re torn between being a good child and being true to yourself.”
Suvinder Vicky added, “Harminder is a father shaped by faith, discipline and the fear of losing legacy. He truly believes he’s doing what’s best for his son, even when his love turns into pressure. What moved me about Shabad is that it doesn’t villainise parents—it shows how unspoken emotions and unrealised dreams influence our actions.”
Director Ameet Guptha remarked, “Shabad is a story about listening—to children, to parents, and to the silence between them. It explores how love, when intertwined with expectation, can become pressure, and how empathy can heal what authority cannot.”
With its authentic Punjabi milieu, emotionally layered performances and a deeply moving narrative, Shabad – Reet Aur Riwaaz promises a heartfelt and immersive viewing experience.
Shabad – Reet Aur Riwaaz premieres exclusively on ZEE5 on February 6.
