Zee Telugu is bringing a festive double treat for viewers this Dasara, with the telecast of ‘Dasara Vijayalakshmi Bumper Draw 2026’ followed by the second season of actor Jagapathi Babu’s talk show ‘Jayammu Nischyammu Raa’ on October 18.

The special Sunday line-up will combine cultural celebrations, celebrity appearances, music, dance and candid conversations, with the channel bringing together festive entertainment and the return of a popular talk show.

‘Dasara Vijayalakshmi Bumper Draw 2026’, held on October 10 in Mahabubnagar, will air on Zee Telugu on October 18 at 5 pm. The event celebrates Telangana’s festive traditions through performances, celebrity appearances and audience participation.

Hosted by Anchor Ravi, the programme will feature popular on-screen couples from Zee Telugu, along with a series of challenges and performances. The Crazy Kalyanam team, featuring Anupama Parameswaran, Akhil Raj and Tharun Bhascker, will also make an appearance.

The special will showcase folk performances and an Ammavaru segment, alongside Bathukamma and Kolatam celebrations featuring Zee Telugu artists, Mahabubnagar Mayor Gumala Mamatha and local women. The event aims to capture the cultural spirit of Dasara while bringing the channel’s stars and the local community together.

The festive special will be followed by the return of ‘Jayammu Nischyammu Raa’ with Season 2, hosted by Jagapathi Babu. The new season will premiere on ZEE5 Telugu on October 16, ahead of its television launch on Zee Telugu on October 18 at 7.30 pm.

Actress Sai Pallavi will be the first guest of the new season, opening the show with a conversation centred on personal insights and memorable moments. With Jagapathi Babu returning as host, the season will continue to focus on celebrity conversations and personal stories.

Following the premiere, new episodes will stream every Friday on ZEE5 Telugu and air every Sunday at 7.30 pm on Zee Telugu.

With the Dasara celebration airing at 5 pm and ‘Jayammu Nischyammu Raa Season 2’ following at 7.30 pm, Zee Telugu is gearing up for a Sunday evening of festive entertainment and celebrity conversations on October 18.