ZEE5 has announced the release date of its upcoming Malayalam horror comedy series Inspection Bungalow, which is set to premiere on November 14. Directed by Ira fame filmmaker Saiju S.S. and headlined by actor Sabarish Varma, the series promises a unique blend of paranormal thrills and situational humor, offering a fresh take on the horror-comedy genre.

According to a PTI report, Inspection Bungalow unfolds within a police station where a series of eerie incidents begin to blur the line between reality and the supernatural. The story follows Vishnu, a troubled sub-inspector played by Sabarish Varma, who finds himself caught in bizarre circumstances that force him to confront his deepest fears. Teaming up with Mythili, a brilliant paranormal researcher, Vishnu embarks on a journey that unravels secrets far more sinister than the spirits themselves.

Director Saiju S.S. said the team wanted to create an experience that balances fear and humor in a natural, immersive way. “Every frame is designed to make the viewer feel something deeper, whether it’s tension, amusement, or reflection. As Kerala’s first-ever horror-comedy web series, we wanted to break away from formulas and build an experience where fear and fun coexist naturally. ZEE5 gave us the freedom to shape that world exactly as we envisioned it,” he shared.

Actor Sabarish Varma described Inspection Bungalow as one of his most challenging and layered roles yet. “Playing Vishnu was unlike any role I’ve done before. He’s a simple man caught between fear, absurdity, and the humor that life sometimes throws at us. That mix of emotion and dark comedy really challenged me as an actor. Inspection Bungalow isn’t a straight horror story—it’s layered with irony, emotion, and moments that make you laugh even when you least expect it,” he said.

Lloyd C Xavier, Business Head – Malayalam and Tamil ZEE5, and Senior Vice President, Marketing – South, added, “After the overwhelming response to Kammattam, we’re thrilled to continue delivering powerful Malayalam stories with Inspection Bungalow.”

Produced by Veena Nair under the banner of A Veena Nair Productions and written by Suneesh Varanaad, the series also stars Aadhiya Prasad, Shaju Sreedhar, and Senthil Krishna in pivotal roles.