ZEE5 is set to premiere a gripping new true-crime documentary series titled 'Honeymoon Se Hatya' on January 9, 2026. The series promises a bold and unsettling deep dive into real-life cases from across India where wives were driven to kill their husbands, moving beyond sensational headlines to explore the complex motives behind such acts.
Provoking a National Conversation
According to a press note, the series is framed as an exploration of the haunting question: "Why Women Kill?" It aims to scrutinize the intense pressures and hidden fractures within marriages that can lead to extreme outcomes. Kaveri Das, Chief Channel Officer &TV and Business Head Hindi Z5, emphasized the show's intent to spark dialogue.
"With Honeymoon Se Hatya, we are expanding our documentary slate into deeper, more emotionally charged stories," Das stated. She highlighted the relevance of the theme in today's evolving social landscape, where understanding marital pressures is crucial. The series is designed to offer emotional depth, realism, and insights that provoke conversations about relationships, power dynamics, and silent domestic battles.
Revisiting Notorious Cases That Shocked India
The docu-series will revisit some of the most disturbing and widely debated criminal cases in recent Indian history. These cases captured national attention and sparked widespread public and media debate. The series will feature detailed examinations of:
- The Meghalaya Sonam Raja Raghuvanshi Case
- The Meerut Blue Drum Case
- The BhiwInfluencer Case
- The Mumbai Tile Case (also known as the Nalasopara Tile Case)
- The Delhi Electric Shock Case
By delving into these specific incidents, the series seeks to provide context and humanize the stories behind the shocking news reports, offering viewers a nuanced perspective.
Streaming and Anticipated Impact
'Honeymoon Se Hatya' will be available for streaming exclusively on the ZEE5 platform. The announcement has already generated significant buzz among true-crime enthusiasts and viewers interested in socio-legal narratives. The series marks a continued expansion for ZEE5 into documentary content that tackles hard-hitting, real-world issues.
With its focus on asking "why" rather than just detailing "what" happened, the docu-series is positioned to be more than just a sensational retelling. It aims to be a thought-provoking piece that challenges viewers to look beyond the crime and consider the complex social, emotional, and psychological factors at play in these tragic stories from Indian households.
