- September 29, 2025
From the silver screen to short drama platform, Zareen Khan makes her debut with Pocket TV’s Phir Se Restart
Zareen Khan makes a powerpacked return to acting albeit this time in a completely new format. Known for her charismatic screen presence, Zareen takes on the role of a celebrated actress in Pocket TV’s short drama, Phir Se Restart. The show traces the life of a renowned celebrity, Zareen Khan, who is dissatisfied with her costume designer’s creation and turns the moment into an opportunity to find raw talent. She comes up with a one-of-a-kind contest, offering aspiring designers a chance to showcase their talent. With short dramas gaining momentum as a promising format in India, the show demonstrates how this new approach continues to keep audiences hooked on in a new way. Zareen shares her excitement about exploring a new entertainment domain.
Commenting on her journey with Pocket TV’s ‘Phir Se Restart’, Zareen shares, “This was my first time working in a vertical short drama format. The whole experience was really fun. The shoot was quick, the concept was refreshing, and I got to play myself in Phir Se Restart, Zareen Khan the actress. It was new, fresh, and something I really enjoyed doing. Short dramas have finally made their mark in India.”
She further elaborates, “Almost everybody owns a phone today and Pocket TV is bringing content directly to the palms of their hand, which I believe, is the best way to connect with your audience.”
She adds, moreover, as an artist she doesn’t want to stay in a comfort zone and have always been open to new ideas and challenges. “I debuted in a short drama series with Pocket TV, so, I would definitely want to have a long association with them, especially because the experience of working together was great. I would love to keep the doors open for any future collaborations with them.”