Netflix is Set to Hit as a new urban family comedy series titled Chumbak this Month End

Netflix has officially announced its upcoming multi-generational family comedy series, Chumbak, set to premiere globally on August 28, 2026. The show is created by the legendary duo JD Majethia and Aatish Kapadia, the iconic masterminds behind timeless television classics like Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Khichdi. Set in a contemporary urban Indian neighborhood, the series dives into the charming, chaotic, and heartwarming everyday lives of five families living side by side.

The series boasts a stellar ensemble cast featuring prominent actors including Neena Gupta, Sumeet Raghavan, Deven Bhojani, Arjun Bijlani, Helly Shah, Sumeet Vyas, Manasi Parekh, Amyra Dastur, Sandeepa Dhar, Delnaaz Irani, Anant V. Joshi, and Atul Kumar. Through its deeply relatable character lineup, Chumbak captures the essence of community life. The narrative explores universal themes such as modern parenting struggles, contemporary marriages, aging friendships, and the heartwarming reality of how neighbors gradually become extended family.

Written and directed by Aatish Kapadia, with JD Majethia serving as the producer and showrunner, this project marks a major milestone collaboration with Netflix India. Together, they aim to deliver their signature brand of nostalgic, cross-generational humor that brings families together for a shared viewing experience.

Speaking about the upcoming launch, representatives from Netflix India along with the creator duo expressed immense excitement for the series. They highlighted how Chumbak finds humor in the ordinary without ever losing its deep emotional core. By blending energetic community dynamics, magnetic characters, and witty dialogue, the show promises to recreate the nostalgic warmth of close-knit neighborhoods where no one needs an invitation to drop by. Audiences across the globe can look forward to laughing along with these vibrant families when all episodes drop this late August.