After a long wait, JioCinema’s much-anticipated series The Magic of Shiri, starring Divyanka Tripathi and Jaaved Jaaferi, is set to debut on November 14, 2024. Directed by Birsa Dasgupta, the series has faced delays, partly due to controversy surrounding its original trailer, which prompted edits following concerns raised by the Jain community. Despite these setbacks, the slice-of-life drama is now ready to make its mark, exploring themes of resilience, empowerment, and social change.
The series is set in 1996 Delhi and follows Shiri, a housewife whose life is upended when her husband leaves and her family business succumbs to the pressures of globalization. In an era when societal expectations for women were rigid, Shiri reinvents herself by becoming a stage magician, embarking on a journey that brings both challenges and a renewed sense of purpose.
The Magic of Shiri will be available for exclusive streaming on JioCinema starting November 14. Originally slated for release in mid-2023, the delay has only heightened anticipation for the series, marking a significant moment in Divyanka Tripathi’s career following her long-running presence on Indian television.
Alongside Tripathi, who plays the lead role of Shiri, the series features Jaaved Jaaferi as Saleem. The supporting cast includes Neelu Kohli, Parmeet Sethi, Darshan Zareewala, and Namit Das. Produced by Jio Studios and Tanveer Bookwala, with writing credits from Sanchit Gupta and Priyadarshee Srivastava, The Magic of Shiri promises to resonate with viewers who appreciate stories of empowerment and personal transformation.
Fans of comedy and fantasy are sure to be drawn to this tale of an unconventional journey toward self-discovery.
