ZEE5’s Web Series “Ayyana Mane” to Release in Telugu on May 16

ZEE5 is India’s leading home-grown OTT platform, known for its vast library of content in different languages. From intriguing movies to gripping web series, ZEE5 offers unlimited entertainment for everyone. Meanwhile, its recent Kannada original series, “Ayyana Mane”, has broken all previous records and become the fastest-growing regional web series on the platform.

Ayyana Mane is a six-episode crime thriller that has garnered unanimous praise from both critics and audiences. It also secured a strong 8.6 rating on IMDb. It is currently streaming in Tamil and Hindi, along with the original Kannada version. After its stellar success, the web series is now being released in Telugu on May 16, 2025, further making it available to more viewers across South India.

Directed by Ramesh Indira, the series stars Kushee Ravi, Akshaya Nayak, and Manasi Sudheer in the main roles. The story takes place in Chikmaglur and follows the mysterious deaths of three daughters-in-law from a respected family. These deaths are believed to be caused by a curse linked to the family deity, Kondayya.

Things change when Jaji (Kushee Ravi) enters the family. Knowing about the curse and realising that her life is at stake, she tries to uncover the truth by joining hands with the family maid Taayavva and police officer Mahanthesh. But each step closer to the truth reveals more danger. Ayyana Mane keeps viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end, filled with suspenseful and thrilling elements.

Saying that working for Ayyana Mane has been truly unforgettable, Kushee Ravi said, “Portraying my character’s fear and resilience was challenging yet so rewarding. To see it resonate with so many people crossing this milestone in such a short span is incredibly surreal. I’m so thankful to ZEE5 and Shruthi Naidu Productions for creating space for Kannada stories like this. The love pouring in feels deeply personal, and I’m soaking it all in with immense gratitude. I’m also thrilled that the show is now being dubbed in Telugu, Tamil and Hindi, reaching even more audiences across languages; it’s a proud moment for all of us involved.”

Don’t miss this thrilling tale, Ayyana Mane, and catch it in Telugu, from May 16, only on ZEE5.