Zee TV’s drama Jamai No. 1 is breaking new ground with a bold and visually intense storyline. In an unexpected and electrifying twist, actor Abhishek Malik, who plays Neel, transforms into a fierce avatar of Goddess Kaali Maa, drawing heavy inspiration from Allu Arjun’s iconic Pushpa 2 look. This marks a first for Hindi television, where a male lead embodies a divine feminine form while delivering high-stakes action and drama.The transformation comes at a pivotal point in the story, Riddhi (Simaran Kaur) has been kidnapped, and Neel’s mission to rescue her leads him into this dramatic divine role. With dramatic eye makeup, full-body paint, traditional jewellery, and a heavy saree, Abhishek’s makeover is both intense and unforgettable. The process took nearly two hours each day to perfect. And it wasn’t just for show, he performs a stylized, adrenaline-pumping action sequence in full costume, blending spirituality and cinematic flair in a way rarely seen on Indian TV.
Sharing his excitement, Abhishek said, “When I first heard about the Kaali Maa track, I had goosebumps. The look is intense, powerful, and almost a replica of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2 avatar. The response to our look test was incredible, even our producer told me, ‘This look was made for you.’ It was emotional and empowering to step into something so unique.”He added, “Shooting action scenes in this avatar, with all the weight of the costume and the energy needed, was one of the most exhausting yet fulfilling experiences of my career. We’ve been filming the sequence for over two days, and every detail, from the jewellery to the body paint, was crafted with care. This is truly something new for Hindi TV audiences.”
As the high-octane drama unfolds, Neel enters the courtroom in his Kaali Maa avatar, just as the judge prepares to announce a life sentence against him. Will Riddhi reach in time to stop the verdict? Or will Neel have to surrender?To witness this unique blend of devotion, drama, and action, tune in to Jamai No. 1 every day at 10:45 PM, only on Zee TV!
