In the early 2000s, the latter Farooq Shaikh won hearts as the host of a very popular talk show, ‘Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai’, a popular celebrity talk show on Zee TV that offers viewers an intimate look into the personal and professional lives of some of Bollywood’s biggest stars. Now, actor R. Madhavan is stepping into Shaikh’s shoes to host, which will be streamed on Zee5.
R Madhavan to hostJeena Isi Ka Naam Hai 2.0 ‘ on Zee 5
In a Hindustan Times report, talking about the hosting duties, Madhavan shared why he believes the show’s format continues to resonate with audiences, even in today’s social media-driven era.. “Today, we have unprecedented access to the lives of the people we admire. We know what they do, where they go, and what they share—but we rarely get to know who they are. That is what makes Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai so important even today.”“The original show, under Farooq Shaikh, created a unique space for honest, in-depth human conversations that celebrated the man beyond the public persona,” said the actor, adding, “Continuing a legacy like that is an honor and a responsibility. As Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai returns to Zee 5, our endeavor is to preserve the soul of the original while making it today.”Madhavan also teased what kind of guests the 2.0 version of the show will get. “This season, we will bring together the extraordinary personalities and legends who brought India to the global stage, while uncovering specific moments, relationships and countless stories that shaped their journeys because above every achievement and every headline is a human story waiting to be told, and those are the stories that truly stay with us,” he said.Zee5 has officially announced the return of the iconic talk show Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai as part of its upcoming content slate. The platform described the original series as “a cultural event” that left a lasting impact on viewers across generations, becoming synonymous with heartfelt and deeply personal conversations under the legendary stewardship of the late Farooq Shaikh.Actor R. Madhavan will take over as the host, continuing the celebrated legacy of the show. ‘Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai 2.0’ will showcase the unique personalities and trailblazers who put India on the global map. The on air date is yet to be finalized by the channel.
