Get ready for Viraatapalem: PC Meena Reporting, ZEE5’s upcoming Telugu thriller led by Abhignya Vuthaluru. Premiering June 27, it promises suspense, supernatural mystery, and 1980s village intrigue. Read our preview!
What Is Viraatapalem About?
ZEE5, one of India’s top OTT platforms, is adding a gripping supernatural thriller to its Telugu originals with Viraatapalem: PC Meena Reporting. Premiering on June 27, the series is directed by Poluru Krishna—best known for Recce—and produced by Sriram under the banner South Indian Screens.
Set in the 1980s, the narrative follows a young constable, PC Meena (played by Abhignya Vuthaluru), who is newly transferred to a rural police station. Her first assignment? Investigating the strange, sudden deaths of newlywed brides in the remote village of Viraatapalem. What unfolds is a layered mix of suspense, superstition, and chilling twists that aim to grip viewers from start to finish.
A Glimpse Through the Trailer
Unveiled at a press event in Hyderabad by actor Naveen Chandra, the trailer teases a story steeped in eerie visuals, local folklore, and rising tension. Naveen lauded the project’s unique premise and expressed admiration for Abhignya’s potential, saying he believed this role could mark a turning point in her career.
Viraatapalem: PC Meena Reporting Trailer
The Team Behind the Thriller
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Writer: Divya Thejaswi Pera
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Screenplay: Vikram Kumar Kandimalla
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Cinematography: Mahesh K Swaroop
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Editor: Farooq Hundekar
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Music: Rohit Kumar
The cast also includes Charan Lakkaraju, Lavanya Sahukara, Ramaraju, Gowtham Raju, and Satish in key roles. Speaking at the trailer launch, team members shared their excitement and confidence in the story’s impact.
Director Krishna, producer Sriram, writer Divya, and ZEE5 content head Sai Tej all emphasized that the story—though rooted in the past—is thematically relevant to today’s audience. Sai Tej even hinted at the possibility of developing the character PC Meena into a franchise lead for future seasons.
Lead actress Abhignya shared her experience of donning the police uniform for the first time and thanked the team for trusting her with such a pivotal character.
Viraatapalem Preview
Based on the official release and trailer the premise suggests a layered narrative with potential to resonate with audiences who enjoy investigative thrillers laced with folklore and psychological suspense. The performances, and direction have generated considerable buzz, and while we await the series’ premiere on June 27, early impressions from the creators and the industry circle point to a promising addition to ZEE5’s Telugu content slate.
The promised takeaways
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A strong female protagonist navigating an orthodox rural world
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A supernatural crime plot set in the richly atmospheric 1980s
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Franchise potential and creative continuity from the Recce team
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A mix of traditional mystery with modern storytelling techniques
Stay tuned for our full review after the release!
