Zee Presenting English-Language Comedy Lala’s Ladiez

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Global Content Hub By Zee, the syndication division of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL), has revealed its slate for MIPCOM, where it will be presenting the English adaptation of Hum PaanchLala’s Ladiez.

Lala’s Ladiez marks Zee’s first-ever English adaptation. Based on Zee’s successful Indian comedy series Hum Paanch, the story is about a father living with five spirited daughters and his English wife. A Zee Format Factory initiative, this 20-part series is being produced in the U.K. by Endemol Shine.

In the way of dramas, Piya Albela is a modern love story centered on two people who are worlds apart in character: Naren, a thoughtful and spiritual young man, and Pooja, is a very modern woman. Woh Apna Sa is an Indian drama series about a troubled marriage and the potential love triangle. Kundali Bhagya is a spin-off of the family series of the popular Indian drama series Kum Kum Bhagya.

Coming from Z Living, Zee’s U.S. lifestyle catalog, Conquered showcases uplifting stories about people—from the everyday to the influential—who have broken boundaries and conquered obstacles to achieve their goals in fitness, relationships, career, health and more. There is a second season of Altar’d, a wedding reality series featuring fitness and nutrition experts who work with a future bride and groom to shape them up for their big wedding day. Yoga Girls is a never-before-seen side of yoga in Los Angeles, a cutthroat city where the practice can sometimes lead to kicking some serious “asana.” Big Fat Truth is available featuring host/mentor JD Roth, who helps contestants in this reality series, inspiring people to change their lives and gain the rewards of a healthier lifestyle.

Zee is showcasing two new formats as well: Moksha and India’s Asli Champion. India’s Asli Champion sees contestants undertaking physically challenging tasks to prove their strength. The show is hosted by famed Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty, who is often referred to as the “Real Steel of Bollywood.” Moksha is based on the Snakes & Ladders game show. “Our licensing catalog appeals to multiple territories, and we are continuously innovating to adapt and reflect new lifestyles and audience demands,” says Sunita Uchil, the company’s chief business officer for international ad sales, global syndication and production.