Marathi ZEE5 has announced its original series Premala Conditions Apply, a contemporary workplace romance that explores love, ambition, power dynamics, and self-worth. Starring Siddharth Menon and Janhavi Uday, the series is directed by Gaurav Patki and brings an emotional story of two colleagues who find themselves caught between corporate rules and matters of the heart. The series will premiere on the platform on 24th June 2026, with new episodes streaming every Wednesday thereafter.
Key Details:
– Title: Premala Conditions Apply
– Platform: Marathi ZEE5
– Language: Marathi
– Genre: Romantic Drama
– Release: 24th June 2026
– Director: Gaurav Patki
– Production: Creative Mind Productions
– Cast: Siddharth Menon, Janhavi Uday, Kadambari Kadam, Chinmayee Sumeet, Ganesh Yadav, Manmeet Pem, Devika Daftardar, Amruta Bane, Kapil Redekar, among others
What is Premala Conditions Apply about?
Premala Conditions Apply follows Ananya and Rishi, two ambitious young professionals whose lives become unexpectedly intertwined at work. What begins as an effortless connection soon grows into something neither of them can ignore. Drawn together by undeniable chemistry, shared dreams, and a deep emotional bond, they find themselves falling in love in a place where romance comes with consequences.
As stolen glances turn into lingering conversations, quick coffee breaks become cherished moments, and late-night calls become a daily ritual, Ananya and Rishi embark on a secret relationship that brings equal parts excitement, joy, and uncertainty. But keeping their love hidden becomes increasingly difficult as workplace expectations, professional boundaries, hierarchy, and personal ambitions begin to test their relationship.
Set against the backdrop of fast-paced corporate life and the pressures of modern adulthood, Premala Conditions Apply captures the thrill of forbidden love, the vulnerability of opening one’s heart, and the difficult choices that arise when personal happiness collides with professional responsibilities. As Ananya and Rishi navigate ambition, self-discovery, and the realities of a relationship that exists behind closed doors, they must decide whether love is worth the risks it demands.
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Why Premala Conditions Apply stands out:
● Premala Conditions Apply is, at its heart, a tender and passionate love story about two people who find an unexpected connection in the one place they least expect it—the workplace
● Ananya and Rishi share an undeniable chemistry that is impossible to ignore, drawing them closer despite knowing that acting on their feelings could complicate both their personal and professional lives
● What begins with fleeting glances and effortless conversations soon blossoms into a deep emotional bond, making them question whether some risks are worth taking for love
● Ananya’s journey is one of self-discovery, resilience, and learning to trust her own voice, while Rishi grapples with the challenges of leadership, responsibility, and vulnerability
● While romance remains at the center, the story also examines the realities of navigating relationships within a professional environment, where ambition, hierarchy, and workplace expectations can influence personal choices
● Features a fresh on-screen pairing with strong emotional chemistry
Official Statements:
V.R. Hema, Chief Channel Officer – Zee Marathi and Business Head – Marathi ZEE5, said:
“With ‘Premala Conditions Apply’, we wanted to bring to screen a love story that feels deeply real and rooted in today’s professional world. The series goes beyond romance to explore the complexities of modern relationships—where ambition, workplace boundaries, and personal values often collide. What makes this story compelling is its honesty; it reflects the dilemmas many young professionals face while navigating love and career in high-pressure environments. Viewers will connect with the emotional vulnerability of the characters, the intensity of their choices, and the larger conversation around power dynamics and self-worth”.
Director Gaurav Patki added:
“We’re often told that love knows no boundaries. But for Ananya and Rishi, it’s not quite that simple. As colleagues trying to navigate both their careers and their relationship, they discover that staying in love while working together can be quite challenging. Premala Conditions Apply is a heartwarming story of a young couple finding their way through the pressures of a demanding work culture, toxic urban lives, and the uncertainties of their twenties. Filled with honest, relatable, and celebratory moments, the series celebrates love in all its imperfect yet beautiful forms.”
Siddharth Menon said:
“Premala Conditions Apply is not your typical love story—it’s about love under pressure. Playing Rishi meant exploring the tension between professional boundaries and personal emotions..and also exploring romance and intimacy in a very classic yet new way..It’s a character and a story that feels very real to today’s work culture, and I think audiences will truly connect with its honesty.”
Janhavi Uday shared:
“Ananya’s journey in Premala Conditions Apply is one many young professionals will relate to who balance career ambitions, emotions, and personal boundaries today. What I like the most about the trajectory of this love story is how two people in love grow with each other for each other despite the many challenges. It’s a mix of all things good! I’m really looking forward to audiences discovering her story and OUR story.”
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