Netflix has dropped the trailer for Chumbak, a new family comedy series from the creators of the cult classics Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Khichdi. The show brings together an ensemble cast led by Neena Gupta, Deven Bhojani, and Arjun Bijlani, promising a mix of neighbourhood drama, marital chaos, and plenty of laughs.
Set in a lively Mumbai colony, the series follows five families whose lives are deeply connected. Personal matters rarely stay private, and even the smallest issue can turn into a full-blown community discussion. The trailer, released on August 26, 2026, offers a glimpse into this wonderfully chaotic world where neighbours become an extension of the family.
A Star-Studded Ensemble Brings Five Families to Life
Chumbak features a large cast, with each actor playing distinct characters that add to the neighbourhood’s vibrant energy.
Neena Gupta and Deven Bhojani play Rajni and Kuku Merchant, a married couple who argue constantly but remain deeply in love. Their bickering becomes a source of humour throughout the trailer.
Arjun Bijlani and Helly Shah appear as Mickey and Twinkle Oberoi, a romantic couple living in their own dreamy world. Sumeet Vyas and Manasi Parekh portray Aditya and Priyanka Khanna, a couple who seem calm on the surface but have their own share of chaos.
The Taraporewala family, played by Delnaaz Irani, Anant V. Joshi, and Amyra Dastur, adds another layer of comedy with their unpredictable family dynamics. Sumeet Raghvan and Sandeepa Dhar round out the central families as Dharmendra and Kiran Kejriwal, whose unusual relationship brings comic confusion. Atul Kumar is also part of the ensemble.
The show is set in Chumbak Colony in Chembur, a Mumbai neighbourhood where boundaries between neighbours and family members barely exist. The trailer announces: “Chumbak Colony, Chembur. Paanch padosi, dus dost, hazaar hungamein (Five neighbours, ten friends, a thousand shenanigans)”.
The Creative Team Behind the Comedy
Chumbak comes from Hats Off Production, the banner behind beloved comedies Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Khichdi. The series is written and directed by Aatish Kapadia and produced by Jamnadas (JD) Majethia and Kapadia.
The creative duo explained their vision for the show:
“With Chumbak, we wanted to capture something familiar to all of us – the neighbourhood where nothing is ever truly ‘personal.’ There’s always someone next door with advice, chai, gossip, or all three. Neighbourhoods are like the families you don’t choose, and somewhere in the chaos, these people become family too.”
They added that they wanted characters who feel familiar yet surprise the audience, bringing the warmth and madness of neighbourhood life to a global platform.
Tanya Bami, Netflix India Series Head, shared her excitement about the project:
“Comedy has always been a great way for families to come together, and we’ve seen how much audiences enjoy watching these shows together on Netflix. There is something instantly familiar about a great neighbourhood comedy — you know these characters, you recognise these situations, and the humour comes from how real it all feels. Chumbak captures that beautifully.”
She also praised the creative team, noting their distinctive comic voice and ability to find humour in everyday life.
What the Trailer Reveals About the Show
The two-minute-16-second trailer takes viewers into a contemporary urban neighbourhood where everyday interactions, celebrations, and crises spiral into hilarious misadventures. The humour comes from ordinary moments that gradually become something much bigger.
The trailer takes a dramatic turn when a family announces that a marriage is heading towards divorce. Rajni then declares she is also ending her marriage: “I’m divorcing your uncle. And that is final”. She celebrates her decision, saying, “I’m free. I’m going to live a little for myself too!”. The neighbourhood, unsurprisingly, gets involved, turning personal problems into collective matters.
Beyond the jokes and family squabbles, Chumbak also taps into the nostalgia of a time when neighbours were deeply involved in one another’s lives. Knowing each other’s routines, dropping in without warning, sharing celebrations, and having someone nearby for every small crisis were all part of neighbourhood culture.
The series promises a mix of family drama, marital disagreements, neighbourhood gossip, and plenty of comic misunderstandings. From parenting challenges to celebrations and inevitable gossip, the show finds its humour in situations that feel instantly recognisable.
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Release Date and Where to Watch
Chumbak is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on September 10, 2026. The series will be available exclusively on the streaming platform for audiences in India and around the world.
The show was originally slated for an August 28 release but was postponed to September. The trailer launch event took place in Mumbai on Wednesday, August 26.
With its star-studded cast, acclaimed creative team, and relatable neighbourhood setting, Chumbak is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated family comedies of the year. The show’s exploration of community life, where neighbours become family, is expected to resonate with audiences who grew up in similar close-knit neighbourhoods.
The series joins Netflix’s growing slate of Indian original comedies, following shows like The Great Indian Kapil Show, Maamla Legal Hai, and Single Papa. With the creative force of Aatish Kapadia and JD Majethia behind it, Chumbak aims to bring a fresh yet familiar flavour of comedy to viewers worldwide.
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