The actress shares memories of working with Huma Qureshi, Vikram Singh Chauhan and Vijay Raaz as the crime‑thriller heads to ZEE5 on October 2.
A Fresh Take on Obsession
Mrunal Thakur, the lead of the upcoming ZEE5 thriller Pooja Meri Jaan, sat down for an exclusive chat ahead of the film’s digital debut on 2 October 2026. She spoke candidly about the chemistry on‑set, especially the contrasting energies that Huma Qureshi, Vikram Singh Chauhan and veteran Vijay Raaz brought to the table.
“It was so instinctive, especially with Vikram because he's playing Romeo, such a vulnerable character,” she said, recalling the newcomer’s raw performance. The film, directed by Navjot Gulati with co‑direction from Vipasha Arvind, follows a tangled love‑obsession that spirals into a legal nightmare.
Characters and Conflict
Thakur portrays Pooja, a woman thrust into a courtroom after Aniket (Vikram Singh Chauhan) dies while chasing her. Huma Qureshi steps in as Sana, a lawyer caught between personal ties and the pursuit of truth. Vijay Raaz occupies a pivotal supporting role, adding gravitas to the narrative.
The storyline probes consent, public perception and the fallout of toxic fixation. When Aniket’s pursuit ends fatally, Pooja becomes the scapegoat, sparking a media‑fueled trial that tests her resolve.
Behind‑the‑Scenes Vibes
According to Thakur, the set felt like a creative laboratory. “Everyone brought such a different energy to sets, Huma is so dynamic as an actress and working with actors like Vijay Raaz and Vikram was beautiful,” she noted.
She praised the director’s passion, adding that producer Dinesh Vijan and co‑producer Amar Kaushik’s belief in the project kept the team hungry for authenticity. “The camaraderie really helped because the material itself was so intense,” she said, highlighting the collaborative spirit that helped navigate the heavy themes.
What to Expect
Pooja Meri Jaan promises a tight blend of thriller and courtroom drama, with dialogues sharpened by Niren Bhatt and a screenplay co‑written by Gulati and Kanishka Singh Deo. The film’s visual tone leans dark, mirroring the protagonist’s descent into public scrutiny.
The ZEE5 release positions the movie alongside other high‑profile OTT debuts this season, aiming to capture viewers looking for gritty, socially relevant narratives.
Looking Ahead
As the streaming date approaches, buzz is building around the film’s handling of consent and media trials — topics that have sparked conversation across social platforms. Whether the story’s courtroom twists will translate into strong viewership numbers remains to be seen, but Thakur’s enthusiasm suggests the cast’s chemistry could be the show’s biggest draw.
Fans can mark their calendars for 2 October, when Pooja Meri Jaan drops exclusively on ZEE5, promising a compelling watch for anyone interested in a modern take on love, obsession and justice.
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