The trailer of Seema Biswas' lockdown-drama Chalti Rahe Zindagi, was released by the makers on Thursday. Directed by Aarti S. Bagdi, the film also stars Manjari Fadnnis, Siddhant Kapoor, Trimala Adhikari, Rohit Khandelwal, Indraneil Sengupta, Barkha Sengupta in the pivotal roles.

The trailer introduces the character of a local bread supplier whose daily rounds connect three families in a bustling housing complex. As the pandemic tightens its grip, their intertwined lives unravel in three dramatic phases. There is a clandestine affair, between two characters exposing secrets. Another character is caught in a financial squeeze while the third home features three generations of women, who face some issues of their own.

Speaking about the film, director Aarti said, “With Chalti Rahe Zindagi, we set out to capture a unique moment in time that touched us all. The pandemic forced us to pause, reflect, and often confront truths we had long ignored. Through the intertwined stories of our characters, we explore how crisis can bring out both the best and the most challenging aspects of human nature. This film is a tribute to the strength of every human out there and the bonds that connect us, even when physically apart.”

Seema Biswas spoke of her character and said, “Playing Leela in Chalti Rahe Zindagi was a deeply moving experience. This film beautifully captures the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people during extraordinary times.”

Manjiri Fadnnis added in her statement, “What drew me to Chalti Rahe Zindagi was the way it portrays the dynamics of human relationships under pressure. The pandemic may have confined us physically, but it also opened up new emotional landscapes. This story showcases how a crisis can bring out both our vulnerabilities and our strengths."

Produced by Ajay Kumar Singh, Shakir Khan and Rohandeep Singh, Chalti Rahe Zindagi will be released on ZEE5 on July 26.