The Telugu adaptation of the popular British comedy series finally has a release date on OTT. Dead Pixels, the Telugu-based comedy series, will be released on Disney+ Hotstar on May 19, 2023. The adaptation is the brainchild of BBC Studios India and Tamada Media. The series has been directed by Aditya Mandala and is written by Akshay Poolla.
Dead Pixels will stay true to its British counterpart, which revolves around friends who play virtual games to stay away from reality. The Dead Pixels series will feature some popular names, including Akshay Lagusani, Niharika Konidela, and more. Here’s what you need to know:
| Movie/Show Name | OTT Platform | Release Date | Language |
| Dead Pixels | Disney+ Hotstar | May 19 | Telugu |
When and Where to Watch Dead Pixels
Disney+ Hotstar has confirmed that the upcoming Telugu comedy series Dead Pixels will be available on its platform. Users can watch the entire series starting from May 19, 2023.
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Official Trailer and Plot
Dead Pixel’s official trailer has been also revealed online. The trailer shows the life of four friends who start playing an online video game. The trailer gives a teaser of their lives and how it is affected by continuously playing an online video game. The trailer also reveals innovative ways through which each character manages his/her life while getting addicted to online video games.
Niharika Konidela plays as Gayathri, Akshay Lagusani as Bhargav, Harsha Chemudu as Anand, Sai Ronak as Roshan, and Bhavana Sagi as Aishwarya in their pivotal role. The series is directed by Aditya Mandala and is written by Akshay Poolla. The DOP of Dead Pixels is Fahad Abdul Majeed, while the music director is none other than Sidhartha Sadasivuni. The series has been co-produced by BBC Studios India Pvt Ltd and Tamada Media Pvt Ltd.
Reception
The trailer of the series has got some decent reception. The trailer got roughly 30,000 views since it is uploaded on the platform. That said, the fans of the original Dead Pixel series are waiting for the Telugu version. So watch out for this space for more information on the upcoming show and more.
