Chumbak Teaser Released: Neena Gupta, Sumeet Vyas, Deven Bhojani Lead Old-Mumbai Comedy-Drama Announced at Next On Netflix 2026
At its Next On Netflix 2026 India slate reveal, Netflix unveiled Chumbak, an original series that shines a light on neighbourhood life and the quiet bonds that shape everyday living. Alongside the announcement, the streaming giant released the show’s teaser, offering a glimpse into a world filled with shared meals, laughter, arguments, tears, and enduring companionship.
Set in an old row-house neighbourhood in Mumbai, Chumbak explores a community where neighbours are far more than just polite acquaintances. The series follows five families whose intertwined lives form a surrogate family over time. Anchored by a young author and an eccentric family support group, the story captures moments of humour, vulnerability, and resilience as the characters navigate life’s everyday challenges together.
Describing Chumbak as a heartfelt return to the warmth of community living, the creators shared their excitement: “We’re so thrilled to finally introduce Chumbak to the world. This has been a truly collaborative journey, with infectious energy on set from working closely every day. That spirit has beautifully translated on screen, and we can’t wait for audiences to experience Chumbak on Netflix this year.
”Written and directed by Aatish Kapadia, with Jamnadas (JD) Majethia producing, the creative team brings their signature touch rooted in everyday relationships and family dynamics, offering a familiar yet reflective storytelling tone.
The series stars an ensemble cast led by Neena Gupta, alongside Deven Bhojani, Amyra Dastur, Anant V Joshi, Sumeet Vyas, Manasi Parekh, Arjun Bijlani, Helly Shah, Sumeet Raghavan, and Sandeepa Dhar. Together, they portray characters whose lives overlap in unexpected ways, shaped by proximity, shared histories, and emotional dependence.
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At the slate announcement, Monika Shergill, Vice President – Content, Netflix India, reflected on the platform’s evolving journey with Indian storytelling: “Ten years of Netflix in India isn’t a milestone we mark alone. It’s a story we’ve written together with creators who took bold risks, actors and technicians who brought those visions to life, partners who built with passion, teams who kept raising the bar, and above all, audiences who welcomed these stories with curiosity and openness.
A decade of streaming has reinforced a simple truth: there is no single way to tell Indian stories, and no single audience to serve. India is one nation, made up of many Indias. Our work begins and continues with embracing all of them.
