For years, the biggest quiz show on Bengali television, Dadagiri, was synonymous with one face: Sourav Ganguly. That is not the case now. Actor Dev is hosting Dadagiri Season 11 now. The new season had its grand opening on July 5 and was telecast at 9 PM IST on Zee Bangla. Those who missed the TV telecast can watch it later on ZEE5. Here’s what Bangladeshi fans need to do to watch Bengali entertainment.
What changed in Dadagiri Season 11?
Dev officially took over the Dadagiri franchise during a grand launch event on June 29 at Kolkata’s Biswa Bangla Convention Centre. The end of Sourav Ganguly’s long run as host of the show, one of the most successful reality formats in Bengali television. Ganguly has hosted the show, on and off, since the show’s inception in 2009, with actor Mithun Chakraborty filling in for one of the earlier seasons.
When and Where to See
The show is broadcast on Zee Bangla, the Indian Bengali-language channel
Episode 1 released on Sunday, 5 July at 9 PM IST
The show is reported to possibly find a permanent Saturday-Sunday 9:30 PM time slot, though the channel had not announced a fixed schedule at launch, and episodes not caught live on TV are available afterwards on ZEE5, Zee’s streaming app
How to watch it for Bangladeshi viewers
Zee Bangla itself is not officially carried on most Bangladeshi cable or satellite packages as it once was, so most local fans watch through OTT apps instead. Here’s the lowdown:
ZEE5 is not officially launched for Bangladeshi accounts. Many users access it through a VPN connected to an Indian server, as the app checks your location.
Several local resellers in Dhaka and online sell access to ZEE5 subscriptions using bKash, Nagad or Rocket payment, often with the login details delivered via WhatsApp. These are unofficial third-party services, not authorised by Zee itself, so there is some risk involved (account sharing issues, sudden loss of access), and buyers should treat them as convenience options rather than guaranteed, secure purchases.
There’s also YuppTV for viewers abroad, which has Zee Bangla content along with catch-up episodes of Dadagiri.
Some fans also follow the official clips and highlights through the verified social media pages of Zee Bangla and Dev, which is free and has no payment risk.
Quick Checklist Before You Go
•Check if your selected app (ZEE5 or YuppTV) will work from Bangladesh without additional configuration.
•Use a trustworthy VPN and connect to an Indian server before opening the app (If using a VPN)
•Ask for the exact duration and refund policy of the plan before you pay to buy a subscription from a local reseller
•Don’t share your bKash or Nagad PIN with any seller; only confirm payment through the standard app checkout
•For free promo content and more, follow Zee Bangla on Facebook and YouTube.
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FAQs
- Is Dadagiri free?
There’s no free official stream of full episodes. Zee Bangla is releasing the promotional clips free of charge on its YouTube and social media channels. Viewers will have to subscribe to ZEE5, YuppTV or a cable connection that carries Zee Bangla to watch the full episodes.
- Is it safe to buy ZEE5 access from local Dhaka resellers?
These sellers are not officially affiliated with Zee5, but they can be convenient and cheap. Pay only via secure bKash/Nagad checkout. Never share OTPs. Read subscription terms carefully before confirming.
- Do I need a VPN to watch Dadagiri from Bangladesh?
Yes, in general, the official ZEE5 app is geo-restricted, and Bangladesh is not a country supported at the moment.
- Will Sourav Ganguly make a comeback to Dadagiri later?
There’s no indication of that yet.” Dev has taken full control for Season 11, and no date has been announced for Ganguly’s return.
Summary:
Bengali superstar Dev is now hosting Dadagiri Season 11 on Zee Bangla, taking over from Sourav Ganguly. This guide explains the show’s premiere schedule, ZEE5 streaming access, and practical steps for Bangladeshi audiences to watch the show legally and affordably.
