MUMBAI: Sony SAB’s popular historical drama Tenali Rama is set to captivate audiences with a fresh narrative direction. While retaining its core spirit of wisdom and wit, the show now deepens its storytelling with a thrilling arc rooted in mystery and investigation—set in an era before modern tools and forensics.
This transition is marked by the entry of two compelling characters: Laxmanappa, played by Kunal Karan Kapoor, and the enigmatic Kotwal, portrayed by Nikhil Arya. Alongside Krishna Bharadwaj as Tenali Rama, the trio brings a powerful new synergy to the screen—solving intricate cases with keen observation, logic, and insight.
The upcoming episodes promise richly layered character interactions, unexpected alliances, and a deeper exploration of justice in a pre-tech world—underscoring how intellect and instinct shape every decision.
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Nimisha Pandey, Programming Head, Sony SAB, adds:
“Tenali Rama has always charmed audiences with his wit and wisdom. With this new narrative turn, we’ve taken the beloved character into uncharted territory—blending his legendary intelligence with gripping investigations. It’s Tenali like you’ve never seen him before—clever, curious, and solving mysteries that will keep you hooked. At SAB, we remain committed to delighting our viewers with fresh storytelling that surprises, entertains, and stays true to the heart of what they love.”
Abhimanyu Singh, Producer, Contiloe Pictures, elaborates:
“When we began imagining this new chapter, we asked ourselves—how would layered investigations unfold in an era without forensics or technology? That question led us to craft a world where insight, reasoning, and presence of mind become the strongest tools. Tenali was one of the wittiest minds to have ever lived—solving crimes in a time when logic, wit, and deduction were the only means of arriving at the truth. This narrative shift is both creatively challenging and immensely rewarding, and we’re excited to bring this evolution to our viewers.”
Kunal Karan Kapoor (Laxmanappa) adds:
"Laxmanappa is sharp, methodical, and shaped by a life of discipline. His approach is grounded in logic and careful observation, making his dynamic with Rama particularly interesting. Their collaboration doesn’t just solve situations—it reveals different ways of thinking. That contrast creates a narrative texture I believe audiences will enjoy."
Tune in to watch Tenali Rama Monday to Saturday at 8 PM only on Sony SAB
About SONY SAB:
Launched in March 2005, SONY SAB is part of the network of television channels owned by Sony Pictures Networks India. Sony SAB evolved from its ‘Haste Raho’ tagline in 2017 to ‘Khushiyon Wali Feeling’ in 2019 to now being a channel that tells stories which resonate with the everyday lives of people. The reinvigorated Sony SAB is transitioning even more strongly to being a channel which is forward looking and approaches life’s problems with a lens of hope, offering diverse, light hearted yet meaningful storytelling.
With an impressive line-up of fresh, progressive and value-driven content dealing with the real issues that people face in life, the stories tap into the aspirations of different generations in the family. Sony SAB is dedicated to promoting an enjoyable family-viewing experience and can truly define Sony SAB as the ‘living room brand’ with something to appeal to everyone in the family.
The current programming mix by Sony SAB includes daily shows like Shrimad Ramayan, Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi, Naye Kissey, Pushpa Impossible, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah amongst others. Sony SAB is dedicated to strengthening its line-up of shows further to provide non-stop entertainment for its viewers.
Sony SAB is broadcasted in more than 44 million households in India and is present in more than 150 countries internationally, reaching over 25 million households.
About Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited (formerly known as Sony Pictures Networks India):
Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) is the consumer-facing identity of Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited which is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, Japan.
A leading media and entertainment conglomerate, SPNI comprises 28 Premium Channels in both SD and HD formats, including leading Hindi General Entertainment Television Channels - Sony Entertainment Television; Sony SAB and Sony PAL; Marathi General Entertainment Channel - Sony Marathi; Bangla General Entertainment Channel - Sony AATH; Hindi Movie Channels - Sony MAX, Sony MAX 1, Sony MAX 2 and Sony WAH; renowned destination for sports fans - Sony Sports Network comprising Sony Sports Ten 1, Sony Sports Ten 2, Sony Sports Ten 3, Sony Sports Ten 4, Sony Sports Ten 5; Kids Entertainment Channel - Sony YAY!; English Movie Channel - Sony PIX; Factual Entertainment Channel - Sony BBC Earth; Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) channel in the US and Canada – Sony KAL; Digital entertainment OTT platform - Sony LIV and the independent production venture for original content and IPs for TV and digital media - Studio NEXT. This Network reaches out to over 700 million viewers in India and is available in over 150 countries.
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SPNI is in its 30th year of operations in India. Besides having overseas subsidiaries, it has a subsidiary MSM-Worldwide Factual Media Private Limited, and an affiliate, Bangla Entertainment Private Limited in India.
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