Mumbai: A new television serial on Jesus in Hindi is set to begin next month on &TV.
The story for the serial entitled “Yeshu” that deals with Jesus’ life story, is done by Utkarsh Naithani, an actor, flute player, and writer based on Divine Word missionary Father John Paul Herman’s research.
“First of all, let me tell you that I the research scholar and resource person for this serial in Hindi “Yeshu”, Father Herman, a media professional, told Matters India.
He has been working on it since March 4 as the producer and director called him to Mumbai for the first meeting.
“Lockdown was a great opportunity for me to sit down and work on it. Since then I am on it all the time,” said Father Herman, director of media commission, Catholic Diocese of Jaipur, Rajasthan (Western India).
&TV presents for the first time in Hindi General Entertainment Channels, the untold, unheard story of “Yeshu”, produced by Arvind Babbal Productions Pvt Ltd.
“Yeshu” is a story of an exceptionally benevolent child who only wants to do good and spread happiness all around him. His love and compassion is for all in stark contrast to the dark, evil forces prevalent during his birth and childhood. Witnessing the various atrocities on his family and in society has a deep impact on him.
His attempt to help others and ease their pain often leads to situations where he inevitably ends up being hurt and condemned by not just the oppressors but also the people at large. But even that does not stop Yeshu from continuing on his path. It is not only the most iconic story of good versus evil, but it also captures the beautiful relationship between Yeshu and his support and guide – his mother.
Initially, as many as 90 episodes are planned with a plan to extend depending on viewership.
The running time for each episode is 22-25 minutes. The first episode is longer.
“The shooting is going on in Mumbai and I am with the team,” Father Herman.
The tentative date to begin telecasting is December 15. The next promo will come soon with details. Showtime will be in the evening from every Monday to Friday.
The serial, which is a work of &TV production, is made keeping in mind the Indian viewers. The promotional trailer can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtuPU_RuLWA
“So far hardly anything is being produced for the Hindi-speaking people, who consist of the majority of the Indian population. It is a great challenge and opportunity to tell the people who Jesus is. Many people will be informed by the serial,” said Father Herman.
He is trying his best that things go well with viewers.
“We are taking some creative liberty to enhance the characters and the story in line with Christian faith. I am thankful for &TV team and the producer Arvind Babbal that they consult me and get my approval almost in everything,” said the priest.
&TV is a popular Hindi channel which produces great mythological shows besides that comedy and entertainment shows.
This has been Father Herman’s dream that something of this kind should come a mega serial. In the past, I have been associated with Divine Word Father George Proksch, a German missionary who made a significant contribution to music, dance and Hindi writings in India. Father Proksch’s dance drama had influenced Father Herman from childhood.
“Later, I was motivated to do doctoral research (Ph.D) on Father Proksch’s book “Khristayaan” which he wrote from the Indian perspective,” Father Herman recalled.
The priest did a doctorate degree in Hindi literature from Devi Ahilya University, formerly Indore University.
In due course of time, Father Herman associated with Divine Word Father Francis Barboza, the Bharatnatyam dancer.
For him [Father Barboza], I had written a ballet called “Preetinriteshar”. And later, I myself produced a 100-dance drama “Antardvad” with 500 artists on the occasion of the golden jubilee of the archdiocese of Delhi in 2019.
“I thank God for such a responsible task the Lord has entrusted me. I take this task as part of my mission,” said Father Herman.
Really very well depicted . congratulations . Praise you Jesus. Hallelujah
Congratulations. Every thing was really well done . It you touched my heart .
Very well depicted Congratulations
My only request is whatever is telecast must be on the life of Jesus, and related to whatever is said in the Bible, so the real message is reached to the people about Jesus and his life, and the reason why Jesus came in to this world, to save the world from evil. It’s a very good idea, and thankful to all the cast of the team, for their efforts, energy and time dedicated. All the very best to all the participants. Give your best, God is with you. Let’s all support a good cause, and very importantly for the spread of God’s word, and to follow and put in to practice the teaching’s of Jesus Christ God bless you all.
Plz follow only bible to characterize serial. Don’t mix imaginations in the name of creativity. May God bless Father n his team with gr8 wisdom n understanding to show the real truth about Lord Jesus.
This trailer is nothing connected to the Bible. You cannot take ‘creative liberties’ and show false. The Bible is the Word of God, not word of man. One should exercise a lot of caution while depicting God’s Word using media, as this is how people at large will perceive the Truth to be. Ultimately, each one is answerable to the Living God.
Praise you Jesus 🙏 halleluia
Proverbs 30:5-6 ESV
‘Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Do not add to his words, lest he rebuke you and you be found a liar.’
Jesus was not just a ‘good child’ and a man ‘killed’ inspite of his goodness. Jesus is the LORD and SAVIOUR, the only LIVING GOOD.
do not ‘water down’ the person of Jesus by not acknowledging his deity.
No on can kill Him, he laid down His life…..also He did not start His ministry as a child…..and even Holy spirit did not mention much about Mary in Jesus’ ministry…..
Jesus’ is the lamb that was slained and the lion who defeated death and rose again
Jesus is the Messiah.
Pls don’t show things which are not based on actual facts and show only the truth as written in The Holy Bible. As a child Jesus’ never performed miracles.
This serial might have the antiChristian propaganda and they prove it by showing weired promo where only the Child Yeshua (Jesus) is seen (The &TV channel belongs to ‘Zee Entertainment Enterprises and Essel Group which is chaired by Dr. Subhash Chandra who is the ex-Rajyasabha MP.) . One should question that why an oldest DTH provider Dish TV which is part of Essel Group has not included main Christian Channels like GOD TV, Angel Tv and Shubhsandesh TV any of the Religious or Devotional channel category in any of the channel packs. May Heavenly God Yahweh give them wisdom in Yeshua’s name, Amen . .
Please do exactly As the Bible says please . Don’t mix your own thinking ang make it mixed please .
Jai yeshu…🙏
Praise the lord…🙌🙌🙌
Eagerly waiting for the serial…..too much happy
Praise the Lord , Alleluia . Great efforts taken by the team . May God bless Father and his team. Amen
PRAISE YOU JESUS.REV. FATHER HERMAN GREAT EFFORTS ON YOUR PART IS HIGHLY APPRECIATING AND REWARDING BY LORD JESUS. AS IT WILL BE A SOURCE OF IMMENSE BLESSING TO ALL OVER THE WORLD AMONG HINDI SPEAKING PEOPLE. PRAYING FOR YOUR GREAT ENTERPRISE.
GOD BLESS
MARVIN SEBASTIAN BOTELHO .
When is this going to be telecasted from any idea?
Hope they do justice to the true life and death and resurrection of Christ,Amen
Jai Prabhu Yeshu.
Hallelujah.
Finally about Christianity most awaited serial for me God bless to all caste
Please this TV serial show on star plus, sony, zeetv
Because many are seeing this channel plz it’s very good people should know about jesus but please show on star plus, sony,zeetv plzzz
A good news indeed. God bless it.
Remember how the Hindi TV serial “The Bible” collapsed. Such an effort requires creativity, contextualising and finance. A very tall order.